Benfica is preparing to invest in the transfer market to address a perceived lack of leadership following the departure of Nicolás Otamendi, according to local media reports. Club president Rui Costa has confirmed that contract renewal proposals are currently on the table for António Silva and Schjelderup as the team balances new acquisitions with player retention.
How Benfica is approaching the transfer window
The club faces a dual reality regarding its recruitment strategy. While reports from A Bola indicate that Benfica will be ready to invest in the market
, other reports suggest a tighter timeline. According to Record, the club is currently in a race against time
, signaling an urgent need to finalize signings before the window closes.
This urgency is tied specifically to the squad’s composition. Following the exit of veteran defender Nicolás Otamendi, Glorioso 1904 reports a pressing demand for new leadership within the dressing room, noting that the squad needs experience
to fill the void left by the departing captain.
Which players are facing contract renewals?
Beyond incoming transfers, the club is prioritizing the security of its current young assets. Rui Costa addressed the status of two key players in a statement reported by TVI:
António Silva and Schjelderup have renewal proposals on the table.
Rui Costa
Current status of transfer targets
Not all pursuit efforts are yielding results. According to Golo FM, the possibility of signing Cuenca is diminishing, with the player now described as being further away
from a move to the Estádio da Luz.
