Real Madrid emerge from nowhere in race for playmaker Benfica want | OneFootball

Benfica remain in the race for Gilberto Mora, one of Mexican football’s brightest prospects, but the Eagles are not alone in the battle. The Club Tijuana attacking midfielder, just 17 years old, has attracted interest from several of Europe’s biggest clubs after a meteoric rise that has already taken him to the 2026 World Cup.

According to TUDN, Benfica and Borussia Dortmund have already taken the first steps to understand the conditions of a potential transfer. The two clubs are said to have opened talks with the player and his inner circle, at a time when the playmaker’s future is becoming an increasingly hot topic in the European market.

The competition, however, is fierce. Real Madrid, managed by José Mourinho, and Barcelona are also closely monitoring the situation, while Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal are keeping track of the player’s development as well.

Mora will only be able to move to Europe after turning 18, which will happen on October 14. For that reason, a possible move to European football could materialise from the next January transfer window. The player remains under contract with Tijuana, who recently renewed his deal until 2029.

Benfica will therefore have to face a real race for the young Mexican. There is still no completed transfer or confirmed formal offer, but the Eagles are already among the clubs that have made the first contacts.

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