Benfica face huge setback in bid to land André Luiz | OneFootball

The transfer process of André Luiz to Benfica has recently encountered new and complicated obstacles. The management of Rio Ave has made the departure of their most valuable asset difficult, demanding a payment of 15 million euros. This uncompromising stance from the northerners has created a significant hurdle for the deal.

Benfica does not want to pay 15M for André Luiz

Benfica's officials consider the requested amount to be manifestly exaggerated for the current reality of the national market. To try to break the deadlock, Rui Costa is studying the inclusion of alternative clauses in the agreement. The solution might involve leaving a significant percentage of a future capital gain in the hands of the Vila do Conde club.

There is fierce competition for the Brazilian winger's services, with several European clubs closely monitoring the situation. However, the athlete's desire plays in favor of the Eagles, as his wish is to wear the Sacred Mantle. This preference could be decisive in deterring the interest of other clubs.

Winger shines while playing for Rio Ave

On the field, André Luiz continues to justify the enormous interest. In the last round of the Liga Portugal Betclic, the star was outstanding by scoring twice in the victorious home match against Casa Pia. This stellar performance served to definitively convince the technical staff of the undeniable quality he can add to the squad.

This season, wearing the Rio Ave jersey, André Luiz – valued at 4 million euros – has played 18 games: 17 in the Liga Portugal Betclic and one in the Portuguese Cup. In the 1,390 minutes he was on the field, the player, who is under contract until June 2026, scored seven goals and made five assists.

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