Glorioso 1904 exclusive - Benfica keen on Javi Guerra | OneFootball

Benfica continue to prepare for the new season and have already identified several names being monitored by the Eagles’ scouting department. Javi Guerra, Valencia midfielder, is one of the players on the list of potential reinforcements for Benfica’s midfield, Glorioso 1904 has learned.

According to what our newspaper has found out, for now, there are no formal negotiations between the two clubs, nor any agreement with the player. Even so, the Spanish international has been closely watched by Benfica’s decision-makers, who appreciate the midfielder’s qualities.

The good institutional relationship between Benfica and Valencia could naturally make any future talks easier. However, at this stage, the process remains purely at the observation and assessment level, with no concrete progress toward a transfer. At just 23 years old, the player is seen as one of the most promising midfielders in football in the neighboring country.

Developed at Villarreal and Valencia, the midfielder has established himself in recent seasons as one of the standout figures of the Che side, standing out for his physical ability, ball-carrying quality and runs into the opposition box. He is currently under contract with the Spanish club until June 2029. Javi Guerra mainly plays as a central midfielder, although he can also operate in more advanced roles.

Standing at 1.88 meters tall, he combines physical strength with good technical quality, and is particularly strong when driving with the ball and in attacking transitions. In the 2025/26 season, the Spaniard made 36 La Liga appearances, scoring four goals and providing six assists.

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