Deal done! Benfica set to seal move for Tunisian striker | OneFootball

Benfica remain alert to the biggest talents in international football and are very close to securing yet another young prospect for their academy. After the signing of Sheikhan Aljabir, Rui Costa is close to sealing the signing of a striker.

The player in question is Anisse Saidi. According to American journalist Tom Bogert of "The Athletic", as well as the Tunisian press, the 18-year-old forward is expected to move to Luz on loan from San Diego FC and join the B team.

According to the same sources, the agreement between the two clubs includes a purchase option, allowing the Eagles to secure the player’s services on a permanent basis if he meets expectations during the loan spell.

Saidi is regarded as one of Tunisia’s rising prospects. Born in the United States and holding a Tunisian passport, the forward made his debut for San Diego’s first team in March 2025, when he was just 16 years old.

This season, the striker made four appearances for the MLS side before being loaned in May to Monterey Bay, who compete in the USL Championship. While playing for the American club, he scored one goal in seven matches. On the international stage, Anisse Saidi represented Tunisia at the 2025 Under-17 World Cup.

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