Rumour Monger: Liverpool, Arsenal and Newcastle Interested in Froholdt

TL;DR

Liverpool, Arsenal, and Newcastle are reportedly interested in FC Porto's 20-year-old midfielder Victor Froholdt. The Danish player, who recently moved to Porto, has expressed a desire to stay and play in the Champions League.

Key points

Victor Froholdt is a 20-year-old midfielder for FC Porto
Liverpool, Arsenal, and Newcastle are interested in him
He scored six goals and provided five assists this season
Froholdt recently moved to Porto from Copenhagen
He expressed a desire to continue playing for Porto

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Victor Froholdt of FC Porto celebrates a goal during the Liga Portugal game between FC Porto and Rio Ave at Estadio Dragao in Porto, Portugal, on February 22, 2026. (Photo by Luis Eiras/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images According to a report from Danish publication Bold, Liverpool FC are amongst a host of Premier League clubs interested in Porto’s 20-year-old midfielder Victor Froholdt. Arsenal and Newcastle United are the other parties named. The Danish midfielder moved to Porto from Copenhagen last summer in a deal worth under £20million, and is now a Portuguese league champion, chipping in with six goals and five assists across 32 appearances. Froholdt is considered a versatile midfielder, able to progress the ball through his passing range, carry it under pressure, and operate across different roles. That sort of flexibility would naturally appeal to Liverpool, whose midfield needs a rejuvenation of balance, control and athleticism. However, as we mentioned earlier, Froholdt only just moved to Porto last summer, so Porto hold all the leverage in any potential negotiations. The player himself seems settled in Portugal. Speaking during FC Porto’s title celebrations after victory over Alverca, he said: “I would love to continue here next season, to play in the Champions League for FC Porto. I already feel at home in Porto, and I am very happy here.” I think this is just Danish press helping his agents raise the stock of the player for a future move more than anything. For Liverpool’s case, there are certainly targets from more competitive leagues, and with more favourable contract situations that they’re already looking at.

Q&A

What clubs are interested in Victor Froholdt?

Liverpool, Arsenal, and Newcastle United are interested in signing Victor Froholdt from FC Porto.

How much did FC Porto pay for Victor Froholdt?

FC Porto acquired Victor Froholdt from Copenhagen for under £20 million last summer.

What are Victor Froholdt's strengths as a midfielder?

Victor Froholdt is known for his versatility, ability to progress the ball, and contribute with goals and assists.