British press says Benfica wanted Chelsea centre-back | OneFootball

Benfica remain alert 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 to the Eagles has emerged 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 says the player has attracted interest from Benfica, as well as several Premier League clubs.

The possible move is particularly interesting because of Tosin Adarabioyo’s past with Marco Silva. The centre-back already worked with the Eagles’ current coach 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 ongoing search, which has seen different names linked for the centre of defence. It should be remembered that, at the same time, there have also been reports 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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