Marko Grujic was linked with clubs such as Estrela Vermelha and Oviedo. However, Estrela Vermelha reportedly stated that there were no negotiations taking place. Grujic, who has been absent from competitive play since October 2024 due to undergoing Achilles tendon surgery in February, remains one of the highest-paid players at FC Porto, earning an annual salary of approximately €2.1 million. It is proving difficult to find clubs willing to meet a transfer fee of between €3 to €4 million for a 29-year-old player who has been out of action for an extended period. Grujic, who initially joined FC Porto in the 2020/21 season on loan from Liverpool before being permanently signed for €9 million plus €375,000 in additional fees, is not included in the plans of Porto's current coach, Francesco Farioli, for the 2025/26 season. Although he participated in the pre-season training, his number 8 jersey was assigned to Danish player Victor Froholdt, indicating Grujic's likely departure from the club.