André Luiz bags brace as Rio Ave face Casa Pia, Benfica up next (Video) | OneFootball

André Luiz - who has a new suitor - was the standout figure in Rio Ave's victory over Casa Pia. In the match corresponding to the 17th round of Liga Portugal Betclic, the Vilacondenses won 3-1, with the Brazilian winger scoring two decisive goals. This stellar performance comes at a time when the player’s future seems set to be at Benfica.

André Luiz in farewell mode scores twice in Rio Ave - Casa Pia

The scoreboard changed for the first time for the number 11 in the 54th minute. After excellent individual work from Clayton Silva, the forward was in the right place to tap the ball into the back of the net. It was the moment that broke the deadlock and set the home team on course for victory.

Already near the final whistle, in the 87th minute, the duo combined again. Clayton once more set up his teammate, who, with a first-time finish and great style, sealed the score at 3-1. This goal confirmed the three points and capped off an inspired afternoon for the player coveted by the Eagles.

Benfica wants to lower the €15M demanded by the Vila do Conde side

Joining Benfica seems to be the most likely scenario in the short term. The Reds’ management is fine-tuning the final details with the Vila do Conde club, which continues to demand 15 million euros. Rui Costa’s board considers this amount excessive, and negotiations remain active to lower the price.

This season, playing for Rio Ave, André Luiz – valued at 4.5 million euros – has played 18 matches: 17 in Liga Portugal Betclic and one in the Taça de Portugal. In the 1,310 minutes he has been on the pitch, the forward, who has a contract until June 2028, has scored seven goals and provided five assists.

Check out André Luiz’s brace in Rio Ave - Casa Pia:

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