Italians say Benfica have opened talks for Paulo Dybala | OneFootball

Benfica is in negotiations with Paulo Dybala, a player whose contract with Roma ends in June this year, which allows him to freely negotiate with other clubs. The Eagles’ intention is to secure the Argentine to strengthen their attack for next season, taking advantage of the opportunity to sign him on a free transfer.

The information was reported by the Italian newspaper 'Corriere della Sera', which nevertheless points out a series of potential obstacles to the 32-year-old player’s arrival at Estádio da Luz. Among them is competition from clubs such as Monaco and Como, who may present more attractive financial offers. Boca Juniors is also said to be in the race.

In addition, Roma’s coach, Gianpiero Gasperini, is said to have made it clear that he does not intend to let go of the footballer, despite his less impressive performance this season. The coach has reportedly even asked the board to start negotiations for a new contract renewal, although the player’s continuity is not yet guaranteed.

The footballer is well known to José Mourinho, who coached him at the Italian capital’s club between 2022 and 2024. During that period, the Argentine played in 56 matches, scoring 24 goals and providing 12 assists, proving to be one of the ‘Special One’s’ main allies.

In the current 2025/26 football season, playing for Roma, Paulo Dybala – valued at 5 million euros – has played 21 matches, scoring three goals and providing four assists. The forward appeared in 16 Serie A games, four Europa League matches, and one in the Coppa Italia. In total, he played 1,227 minutes.

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