Rui Costa eyes Premier League star to bolster Benfica midfield | OneFootball

Sport Lisboa e Benfica - which won categorically in Moreira de Cónegos - remains very attentive to the international market to strengthen the midfield. The target identified by the structure led by Rui Costa is Noah Sadiki, a young midfielder who has been making a name for himself at Sunderland. The international player for the Democratic Republic of Congo impressed the club's scouts with his performances in the demanding Premier League.

Strong Competition

The race to sign the promising midfielder promises to be fierce and filled with significant obstacles. The club from Luz faces direct competition from true European giants, namely Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham, Marseille, Dortmund, Leipzig, and Milan. All these clubs are following the player's development, which significantly complicates the Portuguese aspirations in this process.

The potential transfer does not seem likely in the immediate future, with efforts aimed at the summer of 2026. According to information conveyed by specialist Ekrem Konur, the player is happy at his current club, but a substantial offer could change the scenario.

Too Expensive a Target

The financial aspect is undoubtedly the biggest hurdle in realizing this long-standing desire. The asset is considered a rather expensive dream for the Portuguese reality, currently valued at around 25 million euros. This amount requires Benfica's SAD to make a considerable effort if they want to surpass the economic power of their rivals.

This season, Noah Sadiki has been a key player in the English team. The 20-year-old midfielder has already played 20 official matches in various competitions. In the 1,789 minutes he has been on the field, the player has not scored any goals but has contributed with one assist.

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