Exclusive: Benfica face key decision on Enzo Barrenechea’s future | OneFootball

Enzo Barrenechea is set to stay at Benfica permanently, Glorioso 1904 has learned. In this Exclusive, our newspaper reveals that the intention of the Benfica board, led by Rui Costa, is to finalize the signing of the Argentine midfielder, one of the standout figures for the Eagles, from the English side Aston Villa, who loaned him out at the start of the season.

Glorioso 1904 has learned from a close source that the Reds are very pleased with Barrenechea's commitment and determination, who, since his arrival at Luz, has been an undisputed starter, both under the command of Bruno Lage, who has since been dismissed, and José Mourinho, who relies heavily on the midfielder.

With the Argentine's performances bearing fruit, Benfica, our newspaper understands, is already determined to sign Barrenechea on a permanent basis. To make this happen, the red and white management, headed by Rui Costa, will trigger the purchase option, valued at 12 million euros, which will be added to the €3M the Eagles have already paid for the loan.

As Glorioso 1904 has found out, the Argentine — who is expected to start against Real Madrid — is also happy at Benfica, which further strengthens the club’s desire to keep him at Luz. Now, it is only a matter of time before the Reds sit down at the negotiating table to iron out some details with the Premier League club.

This season, wearing the Benfica shirt, Enzo Barrenechea — valued at 15 million euros — has already played 31 official matches: 16 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 11 in the Champions League, two in the Portuguese Cup, one in the League Cup, and one in the Super Cup. In the 2,440 minutes played, the Argentine midfielder has scored one goal and provided one assist.

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