Transfer market buzz: Benfica eyeing Cruzeiro’s young talent | OneFootball

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·20 January 2026

Transfer market buzz: Benfica eyeing Cruzeiro’s young talent

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Benfica has its eye on the young prospect Pablo Neri, who has been shining at Cruzeiro. According to reports, the Clube da Luz, led by Rui Costa, has been monitoring the situation of the talented player, who has been making a name for himself in youth competitions in Brazil.

As reported by Globo Esporte, Benfica has already started gathering information about Pablo Neri, a young player who has been outstanding in the recent edition of the Copinha, a renowned youth competition, and may proceed with his signing.


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The same source explains that the club is considering the possibility of making a concrete offer to Cruzeiro's management, being aware of the player's contractual situation, which is valid until the end of January 2027.

However, it is important to remember that Benfica has been closely following the current edition of the Copinha. Besides Pablo Neri, the club is also monitoring the progress of Samuel Alves, a 17-year-old forward who has been making an impression with Botafogo.

While the player from Fogão can only be negotiated after turning 18, Benfica does not face this restriction with Pablo Neri and may soon make an offer. With Cruzeiro's colors, the young Brazilian has already recorded two goals and four assists in the Copinha.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇵🇹 here.

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