Swansea City are finalising the acquisition of Canada midfielder Stephen Eustaquio following agreement on terms with Porto. The 29-year-old has travelled to Wales to undergo a medical and complete the formalities of his move to the Championship club.
According to Portuguese reports, the transfer is structured as a permanent deal worth approximately €4 million, with potential add-ons of up to €1.5 million and a 10 per cent sell-on clause retained by Porto. In sterling terms, English-language coverage places the base fee at around £3.4 million.
Eustaquio captained Canada throughout much of the 2026 World Cup and netted the decisive goal in their knockout-stage victory against South Africa. The midfielder has earned 61 international caps and serves as his country's vice-captain, having worn the armband during the tournament as regular skipper Alphonso Davies dealt with fitness concerns.
What is Eustaquio's club background?
The midfielder has been a Porto player since 2022, though his recent seasons have been interrupted by a loan spell at Los Angeles FC. He made 12 appearances during the first half of the 2025-26 campaign before departing on loan, and featured as a substitute in Porto's Primeira Liga fixture against Rio Ave earlier this month.
Born in Canada to Portuguese parents, Eustaquio relocated to Portugal during his childhood. He represented Portugal's under-21 side before committing his senior international future to Canada. His club career began with Torrense, followed by moves to Leixoes and Chaves in Portugal's top division. He spent time in Mexico with Cruz Azul before returning to Portugal, where he played for Pacos Ferreira before joining Porto. His contract with the Portuguese club was scheduled to expire in June 2027.
Why are Swansea pursuing this signing?
The move forms part of Swansea's midfield reconstruction under coach Vítor Matos. The club sold Ethan Galbraith to Stoke City during the summer transfer window and allowed Malick Yalcouye to depart following the conclusion of his loan arrangement from Brighton. Portuguese sources indicate that Matos will oversee Eustaquio's development at the Welsh club, having previously worked with players in similar roles.
Eustaquio's arrival would add experience and international pedigree to Swansea's engine room as they prepare for the new Championship season. His World Cup appearances and consistent performances at Porto demonstrate the calibre of midfielder the club is targeting to strengthen their squad.
What happens next?
Eustaquio is expected to complete his medical examination and sign the necessary paperwork to formalise his transfer to Swansea. Once those procedures are concluded, the club will make an official announcement of the signing.
