Nobel Mendy on Benfica's radar, but Rui Costa faces stiff competition | OneFootball

Nobel Mendy is being linked with Benfica, as the club looks to strengthen the squad for next season. The rumour emerged in the Spanish press, which reports the interest of the Eagles in the 21-year-old footballer, who plays as a centre-back. He is currently on loan at Rayo Vallecano.

The same source warns that Benfica are not alone in the race for Nobel Mendy, mentioning clubs such as Atalanta and Nottingham Forest.

The sports daily goes even further, stating that the red-and-white structure, led by Rui Costa, has been monitoring Mendy’s sporting situation for some time. However, as Record reported, Benfica will only move forward with his signing after resolving the issue regarding Nicolás Otamendi’s contract renewal, which has new developments.

If the club from the outskirts of Madrid decides to trigger the purchase clause, the Eagles, should they want to sign Mendy, will have to negotiate with the Vallecas side.

Currently on loan at Rayo Vallecano, Nobel Mendy - valued at €6 million - has made 23 appearances and scored two goals this season (1,633 minutes), form that has attracted the attention of several European clubs.

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