Manchester City opted against signing Benfica wonderkid | OneFootball

Manchester City opted against signing Benfica wonderkid | OneFootball

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Phil Costa·19 August 2019

Manchester City opted against signing Benfica wonderkid

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Manchester City reportedly decided against signing Benfica midfielder Florentino Luís this summer.

Luís enjoyed a breakthrough 2018/19 campaign for his boyhood club, making 39 appearances across all competitions.


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According to A Bola, City wanted to sign the 20-year-old when his release clause was €50m, but looked elsewhere after he signed a contract extension – increasing it to €120m.

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They later found value in targeting Atlético Madrid star Rodri who had a €70m release clause and more experience.

Luís was also determined to prove himself at Benfica before joining a Champions League side later on.