Glorioso 1904 exclusive – Rui Costa admits exit talks for Benfica signing | OneFootball

Benfica are not ruling out the possibility of selling Dodi Lukebakio, Glorioso 1904 has learned. In this exclusive, our newspaper reports that the board, led by Rui Costa, is open to the Belgian international leaving in the summer transfer window, but only if a very attractive offer for the Eagles arrives at the Luz.

Glorioso 1904 has learned from sources close to the process that Lukebakio is an asset the Benfica board does not consider untouchable; for that very reason, it is open to listening to offers from clubs interested in the Belgian. However, as our newspaper had already reported, Benfica want to recoup their investment; therefore, the price has been set at €20 million.

As Glorioso 1904 has learned exclusively, Lukebakio has had difficulties establishing himself at Benfica due to his inconsistent performances, as well as his lack of direct contribution, whether in goals or assists. On the other hand, our newspaper recalls that the No. 11 has also displayed behavior that has sparked discussion, such as the heated exchange he had with José Mourinho against Moreirense.

Thus, Benfica are open to a possible departure for Lukebakio, who was signed for the squad under Bruno Lage, a situation José Mourinho has emphasized on several occasions. Looking ahead to the summer market, the Belgian international appears on a list of potential departures, which also includes other Eagles signings.

So far this season, for Benfica, Dodi Lukebakio - valued at €20 million - has made 21 official appearances: 15 in Liga Portugal Betclic, four in the Champions League, one in the Portuguese Cup and one in the League Cup. .

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