Riyad Mahrez compatriot seen as ideal fix for Benfica attack | OneFootball

Mohamed Amoura, compatriot of Riyad Mahrez, has once again been mentioned as a possible signing for Benfica for the new season. The 26-year-old Algerian forward is expected to leave Wolfsburg during this summer transfer window, at a time when the German club has been relegated to the second division and the player wants to keep competing at the highest level.

According to several European media outlets, Benfica are among the interested clubs, along with Stuttgart and Everton. All three clubs are keeping a close eye on the attacker’s situation, as he continues to attract interest despite a recent spell affected by a few injuries.

Amoura’s name is nothing new at the Luz. Last summer, Benfica already tried to secure the striker’s signing, having submitted an offer of €28 million. However, Wolfsburg turned down the bid, as they were seeking a fee of around €40 million.

Although last season was affected by physical problems, the player once again showed his quality. In 2025/26, he played 32 Bundesliga matches, scored seven goals and provided three assists, remaining one of the team’s main attacking threats.

Now, with the drop to Germany’s second tier, Amoura’s departure is gaining momentum, and Benfica have once again emerged as one of the potential destinations. The forward, who made one appearance for Algeria at the World Cup against Argentina (a 3-0 defeat), is once again on the Eagles’ radar.

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