Linked with Benfica, Paulo Dybala's future revealed by Fabrizio Romano | OneFootball

Paulo Dybala’s future has been decided and it will not be at Benfica. The Argentina international, who was at one point named as one of the Eagles’ targets during the winter transfer window, will continue at Roma, putting an end to speculation surrounding a possible move to the Luz. The forward will remain in the Italian capital and continue to compete in the Champions League wearing the giallorossi shirt.

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Paulo Dybala has reached an agreement with Roma to renew his contract, in a process that was never truly in doubt. The Argentine even accepted a pay cut to extend his stay with the Italian club, prioritizing continuity in a project where he will continue competing at the highest level of European football.

It should be remembered that, in January, Benfica did open negotiations in an attempt to secure the forward’s signing, according to the newspaper 'Corriere della Sera'. At that time, Dybala’s contract was due to expire at the end of the season and Rui Costa was looking to take advantage of the Argentine’s contractual situation to complete one of the most high-profile deals of recent years in Portuguese football.

Despite the interest shown by the Eagles, the talks never progressed to a definitive agreement. Staying at Roma was always a strong possibility and ultimately prevailed, especially after the Italian club secured a place in next season’s Champions League, a factor that weighed heavily in the Argentina international’s decision to remain in Italy.

With the renewal now agreed, Benfica now sees any possibility of signing Paulo Dybala disappear for good. Rui Costa and Benfica’s hierarchy therefore continue to look for solutions to strengthen the attacking department, while the Argentine prepares to extend his story with Roma, ruling out any scenario involving a move to the Estádio da Luz.

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