Vítor Pinto reveals Benfica’s stance on talks with Besiktas over Rafa Silva | OneFootball

Vítor Pinto recently provided a detailed update on the saga involving the possible return of Rafa Silva. The well-known sports commentator analyzed the current situation and Benfica’s stance regarding their interest in the forward, who refuses to offer any discounts in previous deals.

The journalist explained the strategy outlined by the Turkish side to pressure the Eagles, directly citing the source of the problem: "Benfica does not want to and will not enter into negotiations with Besiktas. Besiktas has a strategy to try to drag Benfica into this issue, but the ones who need to resolve the matter are the employer and the player. In this case, Rafa."

Still on the backstage dealings, the journalist detailed the financial intentions of the opponent: "From the moment there is an agreement, I do not rule out the possibility that Benfica could enter the process. Until then, what Besiktas wants is to drag Benfica in, so they can later use the amounts to be paid for Kokçu, Gedson Fernandes, and even the Jurasek matter. Benfica will not get involved in that."

Return of Rafa Silva only on a ‘free transfer’

The essential condition for the return is clear: the club from Luz does not intend to pay any transfer fee. The administration led by Rui Costa refuses to enter into bidding wars or financial compensations to bring the player back. The club will only accept the player if he manages to fully terminate his contract.

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