Benfica ‘to drop’ André Luiz talks amid clause demands | OneFootball

Benfica’s move for André Luiz could collapse amid Rio Ave’s financial demands close to his 20 million euros release clause. Record writes that negotiations have stalled and the deal is in doubt.

Relations between the clubs have become strained as they prepare to meet this weekend. The major obstacle is Evangelos Marinakis, who is shaping Rio Ave’s stance.

Benfica have been pushing to conclude the transfer, an explicit request from José Mourinho.

Rui Costa’s hierarchy is close to deciding to end talks and pivot to alternative targets, such as Wesley. Sporting are also competing for the Rio Ave winger.

André Luiz, valued at four million euros, has played 18 matches this season, 17 in Liga Portugal Betclic and one in the Taça de Portugal, totalling 1,390 minutes with seven goals and five assists. His contract runs until June 2029.

Source: Glorioso 1904