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Bayern Munich are looking to strengthen their defence next season, and the name attracting interest is Tomás Araújo. Based on reports in the press, the Benfica centre-back has impressed the Bavarian club’s decision-makers, who are considering making a move for the number 44.

According to information reported by Tz.de, Bayern Munich have been monitoring Tomás Araújo’s performances for quite some time. He is one of the most important regular starters in José Mourinho’s squad. On the other hand, the same source reveals that the Bavarian giants have already made an initial approach to Benfica in recent weeks.

The same source states that Tomás Araújo is highly rated by the Munich club because he can also play at right-back. At the moment, the Portugal international is seen as an option to guard against the possible departures of Konrad Laimer, who has yet to renew and is under contract until 2027, and Hiroki Ito, who has been plagued by injuries.

For now, the number 44 has returned to training, at a time when he could be a valid option for José Mourinho in Monday’s match, 11 May, against Braga. It is worth remembering that 23-year-old Tomás Araújo is one of the main assets of the Club from Luz, with a contract valid until 2029 and a release clause of 80 million euros.

This season, playing for Benfica, Tomás Araújo — valued at 28 million euros — has already made 37 official appearances: 21 in the Liga Portugal Betclic, nine in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup, two in the League Cup and one in the Liga Portugal Meu Super. In the 2,615 minutes he has spent on the pitch, the defender has recorded one goal and one assist.

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