Rafa unlikely to renew with FC Porto, could be on his way to… Benfica | OneFootball

Rafa, a 34-year-old forward, will end his contract with FC Porto in June; he reportedly declined the renewal offer and is awaiting a three-year deal to sign with Benfica.

Benfica had no planned signings for the next season, but saw this situation as an excellent market opportunity and secured the forward's signing.

It should be noted that Rafa completed most of his training in Barcelos, his hometown, transferring from Óquei to FC Porto, where he completed his development. His first stint with the Dragons was short: he spent three seasons at HC Braga, returned to Barcelos, and played in Valongo before donning the blue and white again, where he remained for eleven consecutive seasons, establishing himself as one of the most important figures for the Dragons during that period. He won eight championships, five Portuguese Cups, the same number of António Livramento Super Cups, and one Elite Cup. Starting from 2026/27, a new chapter begins in Lisbon.

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