River Plate make formal offer to Benfica for Gianluca Prestianni | OneFootball

River Plate has made an official bid to sign Gianluca Prestianni in this transfer window. According to journalist Germán García Grova, the Argentine club has offered 6 million euros for fifty percent of the player's economic rights. The offer has reached Benfica's offices and promises to shake up the market.

It now remains to be seen what SAD's response will be to River Plate's approach. Gianluca Prestianni has never hidden his desire to play for the Buenos Aires giant and views the move favorably. The ball is now in Rui Costa's court, as he considers whether to release the asset based on the values presented.

The forward has been given opportunities by José Mourinho in recent weeks, but without delivering notable performances. Despite the chances granted by the coach, Gianluca Prestianni has yet to fully establish himself. This sporting inconsistency may weigh on the management's decision regarding his continued presence in the squad or the acceptance of the South American offer for his departure.

Benfica in the market for wingers

Benfica remains active in the market for a winger, regardless of this deal with River Plate. With André Luiz and Wesley out of the equation and the departure of Andreas Schjelderup, it is urgent to bring in another player for the flanks. The sale of the Argentine would require an extra effort in scouting for alternatives.

This season, wearing the Benfica shirt, Gianluca Prestianni – valued at 12 million euros – has played 21 matches: 13 in Liga Portugal Betclic, four in the Champions League, one in the Super Cup, one in the Portuguese Cup, and two in the League Cup. In the 747 minutes he was on the pitch, the player scored two goals and provided one assist.

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