Benfica secure lucrative safeguard for Tomás Araújo: new deal details | OneFootball

As he celebrates 10 years connected to Benfica, Tomás Araújo received an important vote of confidence from the club’s leadership. The club from Luz officially announced the renewal of the centre-back’s contract for two more seasons, extending the player’s ties to the club until 2031.

The new deal is a clear sign of the importance Tomás Araújo has earned in Benfica’s squad. At 24, the defender from Minho has gained a new status within the team and has established himself as one of the main pillars of Benfica’s central defense.

The renewal also includes a significant salary increase. According to Record, Tomás Araújo will now earn around €2 million net per season. His release clause, meanwhile, remains unchanged at €80 million.

Tomás Araújo’s previous renewal had taken place in 2024, at a time when the defender did not yet have the prominence he enjoys today. Since then, the Portugal international has steadily earned more space and established himself in the first team squad. This season, however, has brought a new reality. With the departures of Otamendi and António Silva, Tomás Araújo has taken on an even more important role, becoming the undisputed starter at the heart of the defense.

The number 44 is also one of the dressing room leaders, holding the status of vice-captain, second only to Fredrik Aursnes. Despite his growing importance at Benfica, Tomás Araújo is still chasing his first Portuguese league title with the Eagles. When the club won its last title, in 2022/23, the centre-back was on loan at Gil Vicente.

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