David Jurásek close to leaving Benfica, but plenty of questions remain | OneFootball

David Jurásek is no longer a Besiktas player - where he was unable to make his mark - and is on his way back to Slavia Prague, the club where he stood out before moving to Benfica. Contrary to what was initially considered, the solution found is not another loan, but rather a permanent transfer, with the figures involved still unknown.

David Jurásek close to leaving Benfica on a permanent deal

Negotiations between Slavia Prague and Benfica have intensified in recent days and resulted in an agreement for the player's permanent transfer. Initially, a loan with an option to buy was on the table, but the amount requested by the Eagles just for the temporary move led to more complex talks, eventually paving the way for a final solution. According to the Czech press, Jurásek is already in his home country and only needs to undergo the usual medical exams before the official announcement is made.

Thus, two and a half years later, David Jurásek is preparing to return to Prague and work under Jindřich Trpišovský, the coach with whom he experienced the best moments of his career. Slavia believes that the Czech international can rediscover the form that made him one of the most promising full-backs in Central Europe before his move to Luz.

The full-back never established himself with the Eagles

Jurásek was signed by Benfica from Slavia Prague in the summer of 2023, in a transfer valued at around 14 million euros. He arrived with high expectations, but was never able to consistently establish himself with the Eagles. Internal competition, some inconsistent performances, and adaptation difficulties ultimately limited his impact at the Portuguese club.

This season, Jurásek - valued at 5 million euros - has played few minutes, both at Besiktas and previously for Benfica. For the Eagles, he made a total of 12 official appearances, without any goals or assists, before being loaned first to Hoffenheim and, more recently, to the Turkish club.

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