Benfica makes a last-minute foray into the center of Santos



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Faced with Olympiacos’ intransigence in lowering Rúben Semedo’s demands by 15 million, the eagles turned to Lucas Veríssimo, a last-minute target

Jorge Jesús wants to see the squad reinforced with at least one center until tomorrow and Benfica, according to O JOGO, is trying to sign Lucas Veríssimo, Santos defender.

Given the difficulties to close Rúben Semedo – Olympiacos does not fall below 15 million euros, a value that Benfica does not reach -, whom the coach had pointed out for being Portuguese, which would mean an advantage in registrations for the Europa League, and Because they have already worked with him, the eagles now attack the Brazilian defender, referenced for a long time in Luz and who came to probe Benfica shortly after the return of Jesús to Portugal.

Santos needs an adjustment that facilitates the invoices and Lucas Veríssimo is one of the most desirable targets, so Braga also saw in the last hours a rejected proposal, either due to low value or payment conditions, while El FC Porto also partnered with the Canarian footballer.

The 25-year-old, who is a benchmark in Peixe, was left out of yesterday’s meeting with Goiás (3-2 victory), because he was excited, waiting for the possibility of moving to Europe.

At the end of the game, Jesús was clear about the need to see another athlete arrive. “This game gave me an indication of why I want one more center. Everyone understood it. I hope we can, one that makes a difference,” he explained, emphasizing that if “I would like to have Rúben Semedo and Bruno Henrique”, the The truth is, the central is scratched.

“Since this player is out, I don’t know if it will be possible in a short time … We have to find another solution, there are not many in the market to be able to guarantee the quality of the game at Benfica,” he said, admitting the attack on another central , but without commenting on the name of Lucas Veríssimo.



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