Benfica face tough fight for André Luiz, Porto and Sporting keen | OneFootball

The race to sign André Luiz promises to heat up the transfer market. According to the website Goal, internationally renowned clubs have entered the race for the Brazilian. Bayer Leverkusen and Olympique de Marseille have shown concrete interest in acquiring the player, raising the bar for the Portuguese contenders who wish to secure his services soon.

Benfica has Rio Ave winger in its sights

Benfica is closely monitoring the player’s progress in Vila do Conde. The club’s management appreciates the footballer’s technical qualities and sees him as a potential reinforcement capable of adding depth to the squad. Benfica’s scouts have been regularly attending Rio Ave’s matches to take detailed notes on his recent performances.

Nevertheless, the task will not be easy domestically. Both Sporting and Porto are also keeping a close eye on André Luiz. The direct rivals in the title race recognize the winger’s value and may submit offers, turning this process into a true battle between the three giants of Portuguese football.

André Luiz is not the only one on the radar

The South American playmaker is one of several options being considered at Luz. Alongside big names like Wesley or a possible return of Rafa Silva, the number 11 is on the preferred list to strengthen the attacking flanks. The management is looking for valid solutions that guarantee immediate impact and increase the squad’s internal competitiveness.

This season, wearing the Rio Ave shirt, André Luiz – valued at 4 million euros – has played 16 matches: 15 in Liga Portugal Betclic and one in the Taça de Portugal. In the 1,258 minutes he has been on the pitch, the winger has scored five goals and provided five assists. The player is under contract until June 2029.

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