Exclusive Glorioso 1904 – Benfica set terms for Henrique Araújo’s exit | OneFootball

Benfica is determined to let Henrique Araújo leave in the January transfer window. In this Glorioso 1904 Exclusive, our newspaper reveals that the plan is to release the number 39 shirt, in order to make room for the arrival of a new striker capable of meeting the demands and characteristics sought by José Mourinho.

According to information gathered by Glorioso 1904 from a source close to the process, the signing of a new center-forward—preferably to compete with Vangelis Pavlidis—means that Henrique Araújo will completely lose his place in the squad. Given this scenario, Benfica has already defined the terms for the player's departure.

Contrary to what might be expected, our newspaper confirms that the decision is for a permanent transfer. The club's management, led by Rui Costa, is open to negotiating with any club interested in acquiring Henrique Araújo's services. Glorioso 1904 also knows that the striker has a market both in Portugal and abroad.

Regarding the potential reinforcement of the attack, several sources point to Benfica's interest in Lorenzo Lucca, the Italian striker. Although it is a complex deal, there are those who assure that the Eagles intend to sign the player, who is currently on loan at Napoli.

This season, playing for Benfica, Henrique Araújo—valued at 2 million euros—has played only 12 official matches: five in Liga Portugal Betclic, four in the Champions League, one in Liga Portugal Meu Super, one in the Super Cup, and one in the Portuguese Cup. In the 135 minutes he was on the field, he did not register any direct contributions.

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