Glorioso 1904 exclusive - Benfica, Guerreiro talks enter new phase | OneFootball

Benfica’s interest in Raphael Guerreiro is not expected to move forward, Glorioso 1904 has learned. Although the Portugal international is on the club’s radar, the deal is considered highly difficult and, at this stage, there is no clear intention to push ahead with his signing.

whose contract with Bayern Munich is coming to an end. The salary earned by the wide player represents a significant obstacle for the financial reality of the Club da Luz, which does not intend to enter bidding wars or compromise its wage structure.

The player’s age, as he turns 33 in December, is another factor being taken into account by the Eagles’ hierarchy. In the new cycle Benfica want to begin, with a greater focus on balancing experience and future potential, his profile is not seen as an immediate priority.

Marco Silva’s arrival as head coach is also influencing the market strategy. The Portuguese manager and Benfica’s board are aligned in identifying other solutions for the left side of the defense, so at this stage, there is no active plan to move for the player.

In 2025/26, playing for Bayern Munich, Raphael Guerreiro - valued at €5 million - made 29 appearances: 18 in the Bundesliga, seven in the Champions League, three in the German Cup and one in the Super Cup. .

Raphael Guerreiro’s clinical finish in Bavaria:

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