Benfica, be warned! João Rego has suitors in the transfer market | OneFootball

João Rego continues to win over admirers following his excellent display at the Toulon Tournament, a competition won by Portugal. The 20-year-old attacking midfielder stood out as one of the tournament’s main figures, finishing as top scorer with five goals and also picking up the award for best player of the tournament.

Playing in a more central role, as a number 10 — the position in which he feels most comfortable — the Benfica player showed all his quality and once again strengthened his case for a more prominent role next season.

His performances in France did not go unnoticed, and the young Portuguese international is already attracting interest from several clubs. Even so, João Rego’s priority is to join the Eagles’ pre-season and try to convince Marco Silva to give him a chance in 2026/27.

During the last winter transfer window, the midfielder came close to joining Famalicão and PAOK, but ultimately remained at the Luz. Shortly afterwards, he renewed his contract with Benfica until 2030, with a release clause set at €100 million.

Despite his ambition to earn a place in the first team, João Rego has not ruled out a temporary move during the next summer transfer window. The young Seixal academy graduate wants to increase his minutes at the highest level and, if he feels that opportunity may be harder to find at the Luz, a loan move is a possibility on the table as he looks to continue his competitive development.

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