Oskar Pietuszewski’s transfer to Porto at risk due to €11 million disagreement with Jagiellonia Białystok By Janderson Luiz
6 min read
 |
FC The Portuguese club, which was already counting on the player’s arrival at Estádio from Dragão in January, is now dealing with high financial demands from the Ekstraklasa team. The divergence arose this Thursday, January 2, 2026, when Jagiellonia maintained its position of asking for 11 million euros for the transfer.
Pietuszewski, currently under contract until June 2027, has attracted interest from several European clubs thanks to his performance in the 2025/2026 season. In 31 matches for Jagiellonia, the left winger scored three goals and provided two assists, numbers that place him as one of the highlights of the Polish league. The athlete’s market value, according to specialized portals, reaches 12 million euros, the highest in Ekstraklasa.
Talks progressed quickly in the last days of 2025, with the player and his agent, Mariusz Piekarski, showing interest in the Porto project. The Portuguese club saw the Pole as a long-term bet, similar to past signings that yielded financial results. However, the refusal to raise the initial offer to meet 11 million stopped the process, according to Portuguese media reports published today.
- The main reasons for the impasse in the dialogues between Jagiellonia and FC Porto include the strictness of the 11 million euro clause set by the Polish team.
- Pietuszewski prioritizes minutes on the field, discarding options in leagues like Premier League or Ligue 1 where he would be in reserve.
- Porto needs immediate reinforcement on the wings for the training stage that begins soon at Turquia.
- The presence of compatriots such as Jan Bednarek and Jakub Kiwior would facilitate the young man’s adaptation to the Portuguese squad.
Performance of Pietuszewski raises expectations for Ekstraklasa
Oskar Pietuszewski has emerged as a key player at Jagiellonia Białystok since the start of the season. The 17-year-old player earned his place in the first team after convincing performances in the UEFA Liga Conferência and the national championship. Sua speed and vision of the game on the left side of the attack caught the attention of international scouts in the second half of 2025.
Jagiellonia, current Polish champion, uses the squad’s good moment to negotiate firmly. The Białystok club recorded 18 points in the last ten rounds of Ekstraklasa, with Pietuszewski contributing directly to five goals. Treinadores opponents highlight his tactical maturity, rare for his age, which justifies his high market price.
Financial divergences stop advance with Porto
FC Porto proposed initial values considered generous, but below the 11 million requested by Jagiellonia. Fontes close to negotiations indicate that the Portuguese club was planning a payment in installments with performance bonuses, a common model in transfers of young talents. The management of Jagiellonia rejected the structure, arguing interest from other European giants such as Bayern, Munique and Barcelona.
Today, January 2nd, the parties maintain contact by telephone and email, but without concessions. Agent Piekarski, fluent in Portuguese, facilitates direct dialogue with Porto executives, such as André Villas-Boas. The tight deadline of the winter window, which closes on January 31st, puts pressure on both boards to define the athlete’s future quickly.
Porto is looking for alternatives to reinforce the wing sector before the training camp. Jogadores, as a Brazilian mentioned in internal rumors, appears as low-cost options. Enquanto that, Pietuszewski continues training normally in Białystok, without interruptions due to recent injuries.
European interest grows beyond Porto
Clubs like FC Colônia approached Pietuszewski at the end of 2025, proposing a union with compatriot Kuba Kamiński. The German offer did not move forward due to financial limitations, similar to the current impasse with the Dragões. Equipes from Premier League and La Liga monitor, but the player prefers destinations with a guarantee of regular minutes.
Jagiellonia does not press for an immediate exit, prioritizing the athlete’s development until the summer. However, the rapid appreciation – from 8 million in September to 12 million today – strengthens the Polish club’s position in negotiations. Especialistas predict that, without an agreement now, the value could rise even further with new performances in continental competitions.
2025/2026 season marks the rise of Polish talent
Pietuszewski debuted for the Jagiellonia first team in August 2025 against Pogoń Szczecin. From there, he accumulated 1,200 minutes on the field, with peak performances in the 4-1 victory over Lech Poznań. Sua assister of the year, chosen by Ekstraklasa, came in a duel against Raków Częstochowa, with a precise cross for a goal.
In the Polônia under-21 team, the winger participated in six games, scoring once. Treinadores from the base praise his work ethic and dribbling ability in short spaces. Esses numbers support the thesis that the Pole follows the path of talents like Erling Haaland, with intermediate passage before world elites.
Jagiellonia plans to reinvest any gains in local reinforcements, maintaining competitiveness in the league. Pietuszewski, in turn, trains with a focus on physical improvements to support the demands of the Portuguese Primeira Liga, if the business advances.
Firm position of Jagiellonia in negotiation
The management of Jagiellonia Białystok reinforces that there is no urgency to sell. The Polish club ended 2025 in second place in Ekstraklasa, with Pietuszewski as the offensive engine. Argumentam that the interest of multiple teams increases the price, avoiding sales below potential.
Białystok executives consulted similar market data, such as the departure of Kacper Kozłowski for 12 million. The strategy aims to maximize revenue without harming the current squad. Coach Aleksandar Vuković praises the youngster’s versatility, capable of playing as a winger or attacking midfielder.
FC Porto strategy for young investments
Porto has a history of profits with Poles, such as the cases of Bednarek and Kiwior in other clubs. The initial proposal included 8 million fixed plus variables for titles and calls. The Lusitanian club needs depth in attack for Taça of Portugal and Liga Europa.
Coach Francesco Farioli sees Pietuszewski as viable competition for wings like Pepê. However, the limited post-summer window budget forces surgical choices. Alternativas of Brasil and Escandinávia are already at the internal negotiation table.
Today marks the decisive day, with virtual meetings scheduled. Sem agreement, Porto moves on to plans B, while Pietuszewski continues routine in Białystok.
Highlights of Pietuszewski’s recent trajectory
Pietuszewski caught attention in the Liga Conferência 2025/2026, with performances against AZ Alkmaar and HSK Zrinjski. Seu goal in the 3-0 victory over Górnik Zabrze went viral on the networks. Aos 17 years old, he exceeds average dribbling per game at Ekstraklasa, with 2.1 successful attempts.
- Goals scored: three in 31 games, all in the second half.
- Assists: two, including the best in the league against Raków.
- Minutes played: more than 1,800, starting 70% of matches.
- Under-21 squads: six, with one goal in European qualification.
Agent Piekarski plans a gradual career, avoiding premature leaps. The player’s family supports decisions focused on continuous development.
Open path to other European destinations
Bayern and Barcelona have maintained informal contacts since November 2025. FC Colônia insisted on a package with Kamiński, but backed down due to finances. Salzburg and Bologna appear as transition options, aligned with the desire for minutes.
The winter window allows for adjustments, but the summer promises a bigger auction. Jagiellonia monitors parallel proposals, without closing ports. Pietuszewski trains isolated from controversy, focused on the Ekstraklasa round against Piast Gliwice on the weekend.
