Sevilla keen to keep former Benfica stalwart, but face a stumbling block | OneFootball

Sevilla has expressed the desire to continue counting on Odysseas Vlachodimos. According to information circulated in Spain, the Andalusians are very satisfied with the performance of the Greek goalkeeper; however, the financial demands made by Newcastle, the club that holds the rights to the former Benfica player, may cause the deal to fall through.

Signed in the summer market on a loan basis, Vlachodimos quickly assumed the status of a starter in the Andalusian team and, according to the former Benfica player himself, regained the confidence he had lost during his less successful stint at Nottingham Forest and Newcastle.

Despite having a contract with the Magpies until the summer of 2028, his stay at the English club is very unlikely, and Sevilla wants to take advantage of this situation. However, as reported by the newspaper AS, the Sevillians have encountered significant financial obstacles.

According to the same newspaper, the high salary the player earns is the first obstacle for Sevilla's management. Currently, the salary is shared by both clubs due to the financial situation the Andalusians are going through. Additionally, Newcastle is asking for more than 4 million euros to release Vlachodimos, who stood out against Barcelona.

Odysseas Vlachodimos — valued at 4 million euros — was the master of Benfica's nets for several years before clashing with Roger Schmidt. This season, Sevilla's number 1 has started in 14 official matches: 13 in La Liga and one in the Copa del Rey. In the 1,260 minutes he was between the posts, the Greek conceded 20 goals.

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