Besiktas president sends clear warning to Benfica over Rafa Silva | OneFootball

The top leader of the Istanbul emblem, Hasan Arat, has set the exact value to negotiate the transfer of Rafa Silva, who has three new interested parties. According to information reported by the sports press, the Turkish official will only release the creative player upon payment of 15 million euros. This financial demand promises to significantly complicate negotiations with potential interested parties, particularly Benfica.

In recent statements, the official was adamant about the current scenario: “The situation of Rafa Silva is uncertain. The technical team is monitoring him. If he wants, he will play. We are waiting for 15 million euros. Whoever pays, takes him. A signing bonus was given to the player. That amount must be paid.”

From the athlete's side, the desire seems fully defined and involves leaving Turkey as soon as possible. The forward no longer intends to wear the Besiktas jersey and his great desire is to return to Lisbon. The footballer views a return to Estádio da Luz, where he was happy for several seasons, very favorably.

Benfica wants Rafa Silva, but only under certain conditions

Rui Costa also aims to bring back the star, considering him a sporting asset for José Mourinho's squad. However, the Benfica administration is not willing to pay any transfer fee to the Istanbul club. The president of the Eagles intends to secure the reinforcement at no cost or under very favorable terms, something that directly conflicts with the financial demands of the rivals.

This season, wearing the Besiktas jersey, Rafa Silva – valued at 5 million euros – has played 16 matches: 10 in the Championship, two in the Europa League, and four in the Conference League. In the 1,360 minutes he was on the pitch, the former Benfica player scored five goals and made three assists.

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