Carlos Álvarez didn’t join Benfica, here’s why | OneFootball

The financial demands from Levante for Carlos Álvarez made it impossible for the talented 22-year-old to become a reinforcement for Benfica in the last transfer window. According to the latest information, the Spaniards wanted 20 million euros, plus bonuses, and also a percentage of any future profit from a resale.

“The Eagles did not agree with the valuation and, to avoid dragging out the negotiations, turned their attention definitively to Lukebakio, who arrived for 20 million euros plus 4 million in bonuses,” reveals the newspaper O Jogo in this Wednesday’s edition, explaining the reason why Carlos Álvarez did not become a reinforcement for Benfica.

It’s worth remembering that, on the last day of the transfer window, the president of the Spanish club publicly addressed the issue: “Carlos Álvarez is a Levante player. If he stays, fantastic, but we are in talks with Benfica. There are a thousand and one deals underway. These last hours of the window are madness.”

As a result of Levante’s million-euro demands for Carlos Álvarez, Benfica turned their attention to Dodi Lukebakio. The transfer was completed for roughly the same amount, but the 27-year-old Belgian international is an established player who greatly appeals to the Eagles’ coach, Bruno Lage.

Last season, wearing Levante’s shirt, Carlos Álvarez – valued at 6 million euros – played 43 matches, totaling 3,424 minutes. In total, the 22-year-old right winger scored seven goals and provided 12 assists, being one of the main figures in the squad led by Spanish coach Julián Calero.

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