Exit? Lukebakio's Benfica future is now completely settled | OneFootball

The transfer market at Benfica heated up again with a very strong approach from English football for Dodi Lukebakio. The Belgian international was heavily pursued by Sunderland, who were willing to pay a very high fee to complete his immediate signing. However, there was a twist.

. The English club was prepared to pay around €20 million for the player’s transfer, according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri in the final hours of the transfer window.

Despite the major financial boost the sale would have brought, the Glorious One’s board chose to block the transfer before the window closed. Benfica’s football officials believe the 28-year-old winger can play a very important role in the squad.

Usually used as a substitute, Lukebakio is fully committed to changing his standing in Marco Silva’s choices throughout the season. The player is therefore aiming to reach his best level of performance and firmly establish himself as a key figure in the Eagles’ first team.

It should be remembered that the Belgian international arrived at the Luz in the final stretch of last year’s transfer window, but some physical problems affected his performances. Now that those limitations have been overcome, the football structure is backing the No. 21 to stay and help pursue the season’s objectives.

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