André Luiz edging closer to Benfica move | OneFootball

André Luiz is getting closer and closer to becoming a Benfica player. The transfer is gaining momentum since Rio Ave has already secured a direct replacement for the Brazilian winger. This move by the Vila do Conde club is a clear sign that the departure of their number 11 to Luz is imminent and will be finalized soon.

Rio Ave secures André Luiz’s successor

Diogo Bezerra arrives in Vila do Conde to replace the star. The player lands in Portugal from OFK Beograd, for a fee of 1.8 million euros, according to the newspaper A Bola. This signing is intended to fill the gap that will be left in the attack with the announced departure of the undisputed starter.

Negotiations between Benfica and the northern club for André Luiz are progressing well and are close to being finalized. The deal is expected to be completed for a fee of around 15 million euros, including performance-related bonuses. Rio Ave will also retain a significant percentage of a future transfer fee.

Benfica considers all alternatives

However, if talks do not reach a successful conclusion, Benfica has Wesley as a backup option. Jorge Jesus, coach of Al Nassr, recently commented on the Eagles’ interest in the youngster. Even so, Rui Costa’s priority remains the talent shining in the Portuguese league, whose signing now seems inevitable.

This season, wearing the Rio Ave shirt, André Luiz — valued at 4 million euros — has played 18 matches: 17 in Liga Portugal Betclic and one in the Portuguese Cup. In 1,390 minutes played, the winger, who is under contract until June 2029, has scored seven goals and provided five assists.

Check out a stunning goal by André Luiz for Rio Ave:

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