Vinícius Júnior sells centre-back to Benfica | OneFootball

Gabriel Índio is one of Benfica’s bets for the future of the defense and arrives at the Luz from Athletic Club, a Brazilian club that counts Vinícius Júnior among its shareholders. The Eagles invested €4.5 million in the signing of the 17-year-old centre-back, although the contract can only be made official when the player turns 18 on July 26.

Vinícius Júnior was once again in the spotlight at Benfica when Sidny Cabral asked him for his shirt at the end of the match in Spain. The young Cape Verdean later lost his place in the Reds’ squad and ended up leaving the club.

Meanwhile, Benfica’s general director of football, Mário Branco, explained the signing of Gabriel Índio, placing the arrival of the young centre-back within the club’s sporting strategy. The executive recalled that preparations for the new season began earlier than usual because of the Europa League qualifiers, justifying the decision to move ahead with some transfer market moves.

it was something logical given Benfica’s DNA in the search for young talents with great potential. Gabriel fits exactly into that spirit,” the director said.

Watch Gabriel Índio’s farewell to Athletic Club:

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