Benfica’s No. 5 further away from move to Valencia | OneFootball

Valencia are very close to securing Guido Rodríguez’s contract renewal, extending the midfielder’s stay by another two seasons. Guido Rodríguez’s continued presence at Mestalla could alter dynamics in the transfer market, at a time when Valencia were assessing alternatives for midfield.

Among the names mentioned was Enzo Barrenechea, a Benfica player, who was even identified as an option to return to the Spanish club. The information was reported by journalist César Luis Merlo, who indicates that the agreement should be made official soon.

Benfica are open to negotiating Enzo Barrenechea’s departure this summer, as the midfielder is not considered a priority for coach Marco Silva. The Argentine made 43 appearances for the club from Luz, scoring two goals, after being signed from Aston Villa for around €15 million, following a loan spell in Spanish football, where he recorded 32 matches, one goal and two assists.

Despite Guido Rodríguez’s renewal taking Valencia out of the race, Real Betis remain attentive to Barrenechea’s situation. According to Estadio Deportivo, the Andalusian club could move forward with a loan offer including an option to buy, while also taking on the player’s full salary.

emerges as an additional factor of appeal for the midfielder, who continues to be monitored on the European market. It should be remembered that the Argentine holding midfielder cost the Eagles’ coffers around €15 million, a figure reached after the activation of clauses linked to sporting objectives.

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