After Jhon Durán, Marco Silva wants 3 more signings for Benfica | OneFootball

Benfica remain active in the transfer market and, after securing the arrival of Jhon Durán, are preparing to move for other positions identified as priorities by Marco Silva. In addition to the Colombian striker, the Eagles want to sign at least one defensive midfielder, a winger and a centre-back.

The SAD continues to work on several fronts at a time when the squad is still expected to undergo some changes, both in terms of arrivals and departures. João Palhinha was the main target to strengthen the midfield, but the situation has become more complicated in recent hours. Aston Villa stepped up negotiations with Bayern Munich and reached an agreement to take the Portugal international on loan, with an option to buy.

The midfielder is expected to travel to Birmingham later this Monday, despite having seriously considered Benfica’s proposal. The desire to return to Portugal to be closer to his family and the chance to work again with Marco Silva, a coach with whom he built a strong bond at Fulham, were factors in his decision.

Despite the signing of Jakub Kaminski, Marco Silva wants to bring in one more winger during this summer transfer window. Andreas Schjelderup and Gianluca Prestianni continue to attract interest from several European clubs, and the departure of one of the two before the transfer window closes cannot be ruled out.

At the heart of the defence, António Silva’s move to Bournemouth will force Benfica to push ahead with signing a replacement. Tiago Gabriel, a Portugal under-21 international who plays for Lecce, is one of the names under consideration, although there are other options viewed as stronger by Benfica’s hierarchy.

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