Evangelos Marinakis uses André Luiz to mock Benfica | OneFootball

The future of André Luiz might lead him to Greece, contrary to initial expectations. The winger from Rio Ave, who was a priority target for Benfica in this transfer window, is now very close to moving to Olympiacos. This market twist caught the Benfica management off guard.

Evangelos Marinakis tricks Benfica

According to reports from the Greek press, Evangelos Marinakis intends to carry out a controversial operation. The magnate, owner of both clubs, shows full willingness to transfer the Brazilian athlete to the Athens giant for a considerably lower amount than what was requested from the Benfica officials.

The Vila do Conde team demanded around 20 million euros from Benfica to release the forward, an amount considered prohibitive. However, for the Piraeus team, the cost of the operation could be set at just 15 million, demonstrating a clear difference in asset management criteria by Evangelos Marinakis.

André Luiz expected to sign (at a discount) with Olympiacos

Despite André Luiz's preference to play at Estádio da Luz, the final destination is likely to be abroad. The winger finds himself caught in a web of business interests that distances him from Lisbon, preventing him from wearing the Sacred Mantle and pushing him to sign a contract with the Greek team.

This season, wearing the Rio Ave jersey, André Luiz — valued at 4 million euros — played 18 matches: 17 in Liga Portugal Betclic and one in the Portuguese Cup. In the 1,390 minutes played, the winger, who is under contract until June 2029, scored seven goals and provided five assists.

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