According to A Bola, forward Patricio Salas was one of the last arrivals at Famalicão. The player comes from a different continent and his adaptation process is expected to take time. Salas is capable of playing as a striker or second forward and possesses game reading ability, a final pass, and goal-scoring capacity. He has been included in the match squad, although it is not certain if he will be on the bench.

A Bola reports that Famalicão has announced the signing of forward Patricio Salas from América. Patricio Salas signed a contract that is valid until the end of the current season. The player stated that he is very enthusiastic and eager to start this new challenge. He described coming to Europe as the biggest step in his young career and expressed pride and responsibility in joining a club he described as ambitious. Patricio Salas promised maximum commitment and stated his aim is to meet expectations by scoring goals and providing assists in the Portuguese League. He defined himself as a technical player who enjoys having the ball and being near his teammates but emphasized that the team comes first. Salas also expressed confidence in his choice, praised the project of his new club, and highlighted the club's continuous growth, top conditions, and a squad composed of young players. He believes these factors will help him develop throughout the season.

Patricio Salas, a 22-year-old Mexican forward, will temporarily leave América to play in Europe for Famalicão of Portugal's First Division. The forward is moving to the Portuguese club on a one-year loan which includes a purchase option, as he is seeking playing time that he did not have at the start of the Apertura 2026. Under new coach Guillermo Almada, his role at América had diminished, with Almada having given him only 33 minutes across two matches in the current tournament. The signing of Miguel Borja also limited his opportunities in the team's attack. Salas joined América in January 2026. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €4.00m.