Few brief news:
Leo and Benfica were unable to reach an agreement, with the wages being the the issue, not contract lenght. The player's representatives returned to Brazil, but not before they voiced their displeasure with Benfica's directive and their lack of respect for the player. If Benfica want Leo, they will have to travel to Brazil to negotiate. Benfica claims negotiations are not closed and will negotiate with the player in due time.
Today's "A Bola" reports that Fred from Lyon might be on the way to Benfica. The forward is not currently happy at Lyon, where he seems to have fallen out of favor with Lyon's coach.
Lyon, however, has rulled out any type of loan for the player, claiming that they will only listen to buyout offers. Lyon bought Fred in 05 by the sum of 15mm Euros, at the time where the Brazilian was the hottest thing in Brazil.
It would be a great buy for Benfica, but i very much doubt they will have the cash to buy this player. Remember that Lyon is the possible destination for Cesar Delgado, a player that Benfica chased but could not make a convincing enough offer for Cruz Azul to take them seriously.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Benfica News 12/21/07
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How much does Benfica have to spend?
Forwards are going to be expensive, unless we go with someone thats unproven, or did not perform well over the last year.
i'm not really sure.. but i think somewhere around the 15mm mark - but it might be less than that. I'm gonna have to agree with you. unless we can get someone who is not getting enough playing time and we can loan it'll be hard to get someone who will make a big enough impact. There's no way they will have enough money for Fred, not to mention, he might not even be interested in coming to Benfica. I'd rule out any South Americans, unless they are exceptional talents.I much rather see Benfica pick up an European player or someone who is currently playing in Europe. i just read that benfica is in talks with Felix Katongo - 23 yo Zambian midfielder who is currently playing in Angola. I like the fact that things are quiet in the Benfica camp. Like Camacho says, when players are talked about, it usually ruins things.
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