Fabrizio Romano confirms talks for Amar Dedic to leave Benfica | OneFootball

Amar Dedic is on Newcastle’s radar, and the English club have already opened talks with Benfica over the possibility of signing the Bosnia international right-back. The 23-year-old could therefore leave the Luz just one year after arriving at the club, in a deal that promises to take on new developments in the coming days.

Confirmation of the progress came via Fabrizio Romano, a transfer market specialist, who revealed that Newcastle had begun contacts with Benfica’s officials. The Premier League club also have the player’s own willingness on their side, as he may look favorably on the possibility of moving to England.

One factor that could weigh on Dedic’s decision is the presence of Matthias Jaissle in charge of the Magpies. The German coach knows the full-back very well, as the two worked together at Salzburg. That relationship could prove important in the talks and serve as an additional argument to convince the Bosnia international.

Dedic joined Benfica in the summer of 2025 from Salzburg in a deal worth around €12 million. The full-back then signed a contract valid until 2030 and quickly took on an important role in the team, finishing last season with 43 appearances, one goal and four assists.

His possible departure would therefore represent a significant change for Benfica’s squad, especially after the Balkan player grew in importance over the course of last season. It now remains to be seen whether the .

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