César Peixoto connection as Benfica cool Hugo Bueno talks after El Karouani arrival | OneFootball

Benfica opened formal talks to sign left-back Hugo Bueno this summer, but the plan has shifted after El Karouani arrived.

According to Glorioso 1904, the 23-year-old Spanish defender belongs to Wolverhampton, the English club coached by César Peixoto, and had been evaluated to strengthen the left flank before the deadline.

Although negotiations began, the recruitment process took a decisive turn in recent days as new defensive options became available to the first-team set-up.

El Karouani’s arrival in the same role altered the club’s priorities, so the move for the Spaniard dropped down the agenda.

As things stand, Bueno’s switch to Estádio da Luz is not expected to materialise. The full-back should remain in the Championship under Peixoto, with Benfica closing their search for the position.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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