Al Hilal ready to splash the cash for Benfica star | OneFootball

Al Hilal is interested in Vangelis Pavlidis, a forward from Benfica, and has even contacted the Greek player's representatives to explore the possibility of a transfer to Saudi Arabia during this January transfer window.

According to Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri, the Asian club's interest has not yet resulted in direct contacts, but the Arab club first wants to understand if the striker is open to changing leagues and accepting a potential challenge in the Middle East.

The same source writes that the forward "does not oppose the idea" of heading to Saudi Arabia, but there is still a gap between the proposed offer and the demands made by José Mourinho's protégé and his representatives, which could complicate an immediate transfer.

It is worth remembering that the footballer has been one of the standout players at Clube da Luz. Moreover, the 25-year-old Greek international even won the award for the best player in the league, corresponding to last December.

This season with Benfica, Vangelis Pavlidis - valued at 35 million euros - has played 35 matches: 18 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 11 in the Champions League, three in the Portuguese Cup, two in the League Cup, and one in the Super Cup. In 2,816 minutes on the field, he scored 24 goals and made three assists.

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