Liverpool are interested to sign Portugese defender this summer. They are now joined by their English rivals Chelsea in the race. The player is still very young but is highly versatile. Lastly, he is also wanted by UEFA Champions League winners.
Liverpool are keen to sign a new defender this summer. They have extended the contract of Virgil van Dijk. But, the Dutch still needs replacement soon considering his age. In addition, the Reds are not impressed with Quansah who has been underperforming.
On the other hand, Chelsea are also willing to sign some top defenders. They are likely to part ways with Disasi and Veiga. In addition, Chalobah and Badiashile also find their future insecure. Lastly, the Blues are also worried about Wesley Fofana due to his consistent injury issues.
Chelsea join Liverpool in race for Benfica defender
The star in question here is Tomas Araujo who came up through Benfica’s academy. He is 23 year old and can play as both centre back and right back. In addition, he is very good going forward due to which he has also been deployed as right midfielder on multiple occasions.
According to A Bola, Araujo is being looked upon by all Chelsea, Liverpool and PSG. The 23 year old has €80 million release clause in his current contract. Benfica want to keep Araujo but the player can still force the move. In that case, the Portugese side will demand his release clause to be paid fully by any interested club.
Chelsea have not been shy to spend big on top talents. Hence, they might do the same with Araujo. They have a very good relationship with Benfica. Earlier, they bough Enzo Fernandez from them for £107 million which was a british record fee at that time.
On the other hand, Liverpool are also spending big this summer. They have recently signed Frimpong as replacement for Arnold. Someone like Araujo who can play in multiple position, can make the Reds even more strong in defence.
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