Benfica target introduced by Diego Simeone in 3-1 win over Sevilla | OneFootball

Atlético Madrid, thanks to a brace from world champion Álex Baena, returned to winning ways in the Spanish football league at the expense of Sevilla (3-1), who had been 100% victorious, on matchday three. José Maria Giménez, a centre-back who has been linked with Benfica, came on in the 66th minute.

In the capital of the Andalusia region, Baena, who lifted the world champion’s trophy with Spain in July, scored in the fourth and 33rd minutes, ultimately proving decisive in the victory for Diego Simeone’s side, who were coming off a home draw with Villarreal (2-2).

In between, in the 26th minute, Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman also scored for the 'colchoneros', who produced a dominant first half at the legendary Sánchez Pizjuán stadium. Sevilla, who came into the match on the back of two wins, giving the impression they could return to the top spots this season after battling relegation in recent years, pulled one back through Miguel Sierra in the 66th minute.

It is being reported that Benfica are keeping an eye on the situation of José María Giménez and intend to invest in signing the Uruguay international before the final day of the transfer window. At 31, the centre-back still has until next Tuesday to decide whether to begin a new adventure or remain at Atlético Madrid, a scenario that has not been completely ruled out.

Reports in the Spanish press point to a strong interest from the Eagles in the defender and in reuniting him with Clément Lenglet, who arrived from Atlético itself, and who already has 12 years of experience with the colchoneros and the qualities to continue delivering at a high level.

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