Viana confirms Palhinha will play for Benfica | OneFootball

is getting closer and closer to joining Benfica and a post by former footballer Diogo Viana has reinforced the idea that the deal is practically done. The 31-year-old midfielder is preparing to return to Portugal after his spell at Bayern Munich.

Now a pundit for Sport TV, the player’s close friend shared on his Instagram stories a photo from the days when they both played for Braga, which also features Francisco Trincão. In the caption, he left a short and direct message: "He is back."

Shortly before that, the former footballer had already given another sign on social media. Diogo Viana posted an image taken in the Sport TV studios accompanied by the expression "here we go", in a clear reference to the deal being completed and suggesting that an agreement is already in place.

The transfer, moreover, is said to be very close to being made official. Benfica are preparing to pay 14 million euros, with a further 5 million possible in bonuses, to secure the midfielder’s return to Portuguese football.

Aston Villa and Newcastle offered a more lucrative contract, but family considerations were crucial in the midfielder’s decision, and he will also receive a 1 million euro signing bonus to make up for the lower salary.

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