Benfica confirm new Joao Neves transfer and FFP stance after Manchester United namecheck
Title: Benfica’s Transfer Revelation: Joao Neves and Financial Fair Play Standpoint Post Manchester United Mention
Manchester United’s radar has reportedly honed in on Benfica’s rising star, Joao Neves, amidst swirling speculations surrounding Casemiro’s future at the end of this season.
Benfica, in a candid acknowledgment, has disclosed the possibility of parting ways with players, Joao Neves included, in the upcoming summer transfer window. However, the Portuguese giants are earnestly striving to limit their outbound transfers.
The 19-year-old defensive midfielder has undeniably been a linchpin in Benfica’s campaign, boasting a staggering 55 appearances throughout the season. Amid January’s transfer frenzy, rumors swirled about Manchester United’s interest in securing the services of this promising central figure. Nevertheless, Benfica vehemently refuted these claims, issuing a resolute statement.
In a decisive stance, the club declared, “Sport Lisboa e Benfica refutes any assertions regarding a preferential arrangement concerning our player, Joao Neves. At no juncture did Sport Lisboa e Benfica engage in negotiations with Manchester United or any other club concerning this player – nor do we have any such intentions.”
“Any information suggesting otherwise is unequivocally false.” However, Benfica’s stance has seemingly softened in subsequent developments. In an exclusive interview on their official club platform, president Rui Costa offered a pragmatic perspective on Neves’ future.
He remarked, “Thankfully, within our domain [Benfica Campus], we’ve cultivated some of Portugal’s most exceptional talents in recent years. Antonio [Silva] and Joao [Neves] stand as testament to this, and I’m confident there will be more to follow suit.
