British press: Benfica keen on signing Chelsea centre-back | OneFootball

Benfica remain attentive to the market in search of solutions to strengthen the heart of the defence - something Rui Costa confirmed before Hearts - Benfica - and, this time, a name linked with the Eagles is emerging directly from England.

The player in question is Tosin Adarabioyo, a 28-year-old English centre-back who plays for Chelsea. The information was reported by journalist Ben Jacobs, who states that the player has attracted Benfica’s interest, as well as that of several Premier League clubs.

Marco Silva. The centre-back has already worked with the Eagles’ current manager during their time together at Fulham, which could make any potential adaptation easier if the deal goes ahead.

The possible arrival of the English defender would also be another chapter in Benfica’s transfer activity, which has featured different names for the centre of defence. It should be noted that, at the same time, reports have emerged of Benfica being in advanced negotiations for Taylor Harwood-Bellis, showing that the Eagles’ officials continue to work on several fronts to find the desired solution.

Last season, wearing the Chelsea shirt, Tosin Adarabioyo - valued at €16 million - made 29 appearances: 16 in the Premier League, five in the Champions League, five in the FA Cup and three in the English League Cup. In 1,639 minutes on the pitch, the British centre-back scored two goals.

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