Recruited a year ago by Eagle Football Group to join Botafogo for six months before finishing the season at Olympique Lyonnais, Thiago Almada (24) has shown his talent. With Les Gones, he quickly became an undisputed player, playing 20 matches, scoring two goals and providing five assists. The 2022 World Cup winner with Argentina was expected to be permanently acquired by Lyon after his winter loan. However, his continued presence with Les Gones no longer appears to be an option.
And other clubs have understood this, like Atlanta United, who have positioned themselves to recapture their former transfer. However, the Major League Soccer franchise is not in the best position, as another team has made significant progress. Seeking a new creative winger following Angel Di Maria's imminent departure to Rosario Central after the Club World Cup, Benfica is making progress in order to bring in the 24-year-old player.
John Textor claims €40 million
According to A Bola , the Aguias have been targeting the player for a long time and want to land him for next season. John Textor's position is clear, the Olympique Lyonnais owner is demanding at least €40 million to let his great Argentine talent leave. A significant sum for Benfica, who do not want to spend that much.
The Portuguese club would like to lower the price or bring in a player to lower the amount of the deal, such as the young Gianluca Prestianni (19 years old). The negotiations are progressing, and are viewed with optimism for Benfica, as Thiago Almada is already reportedly interested in joining the Portuguese team and has in mind the explosion of Enzo Fernandez, his national team-mate, with the Encarnados. Benfica intends to close the deal as quickly as possible.
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