Bombshell! Mauro Icardi could be on his way to Benfica | OneFootball

Benfica may be on the verge of pulling off one of the biggest bombshells of this transfer window. According to information from Aaron Domínguez, Mauro Icardi is very close to reaching an agreement with the Eagles after ending his spell with Galatasaray.

If the deal is confirmed, Marco Silva will receive a striker with vast international experience and a goal-filled résumé. Icardi - who had already been linked with the Club weeks ago - made his name at Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain before moving to Galatasaray, where he once again showed his finishing ability and took on a leading role in the Turkish side’s attack.

Last season, the Argentine international played 47 official matches for Galatasaray across the Turkish League, Champions League, Turkish Cup and Super Cup. Over 2,093 minutes on the pitch, the Argentine striker scored 16 goals and provided three assists, numbers that have once again attracted interest from several European clubs.

It should be remembered that Icardi joined Galatasaray in 2022/23 on loan from PSG. After a hugely impactful season, with 23 goals and eight assists in just 26 matches, the Istanbul club moved to sign the striker permanently for around €10 million.

For now, there is no official confirmation of the alleged agreement between Benfica and Mauro Icardi. Even so, the possibility of the South American forward strengthening the Eagles’ attack is gaining momentum behind the scenes in the market and could see developments in the coming days.

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