Confirmed! Fabrizio Romano says Benfica agree new deal for key man | OneFootball

It was recently reported that Benfica were close to reaching a new agreement with Tomás Araújo. The Reds' SAD rejected approaches from top La Liga and Premier League clubs for the young centre-back and moved forward with renewing the Portuguese international’s contract. It now appears the extension is indeed going to happen.

Tomás Araújo has just signed a new contract with the Luz club, with everything now in place for the official announcement. The deal is valid until June 2031.

The centre-back was under contract with the Eagles until 2029, but the structure led by Rui Costa felt it was necessary to review the player’s terms, taking into account his development and the role he has come to play in the team.

The Portuguese international’s salary situation also weighed on Benfica’s decision. Tomás Araújo was among the lowest-paid players in the squad, a consequence of the contract signed in 2024, at a time when he had not yet reached his current prominence.

Rui Costa therefore decided to correct that situation and recognise the progress of the number '44'. The new deal until 2031 will allow Benfica to strengthen the position of a player who is seen as important to the present and future of the sporting project.

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