José María Giménez not among Benfica targets, no talks with Atlético Madrid

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·1 September 2026

According to Glorioso 1904, Benfica are not pursuing José María Giménez and there are no negotiations with Atlético Madrid for the Uruguay defender.

Reports in Spain had linked the 31-year-old with a switch to Lisbon.

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Benfica’s recruitment focus is currently on other solutions for the centre of defence.

A major obstacle is his situation at Atlético. He is under contract until 2028 and earns a salary viewed as beyond Benfica’s budget.

Given these conditions, the player under Diego Simeone is not seen as a realistic addition to Marco Silva’s squad.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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