João Souza could head to Portugal, but to a Benfica rival | OneFootball

It is already known that Benfica has made a concrete offer to Tottenham for the transfer of João Souza, the Brazilian left-back. However, Porto has also stepped forward and could be just a few steps away from pulling a “heist” on the Eagles.

the Dragons “acted quickly” to beat the competition from the Eagles, who “also made a €20 million offer”, and are very close to securing the 20-year-old defender.

It is worth remembering that the young Brazilian talent arrived at the London club in 2025 from Santos for €15 million. At the moment, Rui Costa’s bid is said to stand at around €20 million.

With a contract valid until June 2031, the left-footer caught the attention of several European clubs when, in 2024, he was promoted to Santos’ first team. The move to the Old Continent eventually came through Tottenham, but so far the experience has not gone at all as either side had hoped. The Brazilian was rarely used by Spurs last season.

In the 2025/26 season, playing for Tottenham, João Souza - valued at €12 million In 144 minutes on the pitch, the Brazilian left-back did not contribute to any goals.

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