Spanish reports say José Mourinho wants Benfica star at Real Madrid | OneFootball

Tomás Araújo has once again been mentioned by the Spanish press as a possible Real Madrid target for next season. The report comes at a time when José Mourinho wants to strengthen Los Blancos’ defensive unit and continues to assess several options available on the market.

According to José Félix Díaz, director of the newspaper AS, the Madrid club’s main objective is to sign Josko Gvardiol. However, the likely renewal of the Croatian international’s contract with Manchester City is forcing Real Madrid’s decision-makers to consider alternatives.

Among the names being considered are Borussia Dortmund’s Nico Schlotterbeck and also Tomás Araújo. The Benfica defender has been monitored because of the consistent performances he has delivered over the last few seasons, which have earned him recognition beyond Portugal’s borders.

Despite the reports coming out of Spain, and although José Mourinho appreciates the qualities of the 24-year-old Portugal international, our newspaper knows that the centre-back from the Eagles is not, for now, in the coach’s plans for Real Madrid, while the player also intends to stay at the Luz.

This season, playing for Benfica, Tomás Araújo - valued at €30 million - has taken part in 38 official matches: 23 in Liga Portugal Betclic, nine in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup, two in the League Cup and one in Liga Portugal Meu Super. In the 2,795 minutes he spent on the pitch, the defender recorded one goal and two assists.

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