Benfica shut the door on Fenerbahçe over Pavlidis: the figures | OneFootball

Vangelis Pavlidis is one of the central figures of Benfica’s 2026/27 team and is not on the sales list in this transfer window. Proof of that was a bid from Fenerbahçe rejected by the board led by Rui Costa.

According to the national press, the Turkish club sent an offer of €40 million to Luz. The proposal from the Istanbul side arrived at Benfica’s SAD in recent hours, but the Eagles were quick to reject the multi-million plan.

It is worth remembering that Pavlidis has been the target of interest from Turkish clubs this summer. Beşiktaş were the first to make a move and showed themselves willing to go up to €35 million, a figure that also fell well short of tempting Glorioso.

Benfica’s officials believe the Greek striker will continue to increase in value throughout the season and, for that reason, do not rule out the possibility of demanding an even higher fee if suitors emerge.

The 27-year-old Greek international was signed in 2024 from AZ Alkmaar for €18 million. He is under contract until 2029 and has a €100 million release clause. In 112 games for Benfica, he has scored 64 goals and provided 18 assists.

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