Leeds United are reportedly exploring options to bolster their midfield ahead of the new Premier League campaign, with Portuguese talent Florentino Luís emerging as a serious target. The Whites are reportedly among a trio of English clubs interested in luring the Benfica player to England this summer, as they look to add strength and depth to Daniel Farke’s squad.
- Luis in demand among Premier League clubs
- Leeds, Everton & Burnley are vying for his services
- Benfica set a price tag of €25m on the midfielder
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WHAT HAPPENED?
According to a fresh report from Portuguese outlet , Benfica are open to parting ways with Florentino Luís in the ongoing transfer window, provided any interested suitors are ready to meet their valuation of €25 million (£21.6m/$28.5m). While the Lisbon-based club are not in a rush to sell, they have signalled a willingness to entertain offers following their acquisition of Colombian midfielder Richard Ríos from Palmeiras earlier this summer.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Leeds are not alone in their pursuit of the Benfica academy graduate. Both Everton and Burnley have made initial enquiries about the midfielder’s availability, indicating a three-way tussle among Premier League sides. Each club has reportedly reached out to Benfica to explore the possibility of negotiating a transfer, although no formal bids have yet matched the €25m asking price.
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DID YOU KNOW?
A product of the club’s youth system, Luis first broke into the first team with considerable promise but faced challenges establishing a consistent role in the starting XI. His development was shaped through loan stints at Ligue 1 side AS Monaco and La Liga outfit Getafe, both of which provided valuable first-team experience. Upon returning to Lisbon, he gradually regained favour and has since accumulated over 150 appearances for the Primeira Liga giants.
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WHAT NEXT?
With the start of the Premier League season rapidly approaching, Benfica must now decide whether to hold firm on their asking price or consider a lower offer should no club match their demand. Leeds are believed to be monitoring the situation closely as they seek to reinforce a midfield that could prove pivotal to their ambitions of survival in the top flight.