Benfica forward Gustavo Varela attracting interest, could move to Paris | OneFootball

Benfica forward Gustavo Varela is attracting several suitors and could be on his way to Paris this summer, according to Glorioso 1904.

The striker did not join the group that started pre-season at Seixal and his future remains unresolved, with an exit currently looking the most likely outcome.

Benfica’s board are assessing options for the youngster and want a solution that works for all parties. Interest has been registered in Portugal and abroad.

Venezia are among the leading contenders, with Paris FC, Parma and Auxerre also monitoring the situation. Proposals could arrive in the coming weeks, and Benfica believe they could benefit via an immediate fee or a deal tied to future value.

Developments are expected in the next few days. If no agreement is reached, Varela is scheduled to report to Benfica Campus on six July to begin work while he awaits a final decision.

He views this period as pivotal and plans to weigh his options carefully. Varela spent 2025/26 on loan at Gil Vicente, returned to Benfica after that spell, and could move again before the window closes.

Source: Glorioso 1904