Benfica may have to pay €10m to Real Madrid over a second-tier player | OneFootball

Sergio Arribas continues to be mentioned as one of the players Benfica have identified to strengthen their attacking sector. The attacking midfielder, currently playing for Almería, has been linked with the Eagles, who could be preparing an offer in the region of €20 million to secure his signing.

However, a potential transfer would not only benefit the Andalusian club. Real Madrid still hold 50% of the player’s economic rights, meaning they would receive around €10 million if the deal goes through for the reported amount. Sergio Arribas joined Real Madrid in 2012 from Leganés and completed virtually his entire development at the Spanish club, where he stood out while playing for the B team.

After failing to establish himself regularly in the Merengues’ first team, the creative midfielder moved to Almería in 2023 in a deal worth €6 million. Since then, he has confirmed all the potential he was known for, establishing himself as one of the team’s main figures.

In the 2025/26 season, Arribas played in 47 official matches, scored 26 goals and provided six assists, numbers that helped significantly increase his market value. The Spaniard is under contract with Almería until 2029.

The good relationship between Benfica and Almería, strengthened since the transfer of Darwin Núñez, could help facilitate a potential agreement. Even so, the deal promises to be financially demanding, as Almería want to receive a fee in excess of €20 million.

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