Dario Osorio has strong numbers and interest from across Europe.
Dario Osorio of Chile lines up prior to the FIFA World Cup 2026 South American Qualifier match between Colombia and Chile at Roberto Melendez Metropolitan Stadium on October 15, 2024
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Arsenal have been credited with an interest in Dario Osorio, the 22-year-old Midtjylland right winger whose future is again being discussed in Portugal.
According to Record, Benfica admire Osorio but he is not a priority for them at this stage and it is through their reporting on that story that we learn of Arsenal’s interest.
They report that the Portuguese club are expected to sign a winger for their left side in the coming days, while Osorio prefers to operate on the opposite flank.
That means Benfica would only be likely to move for the Chile international if one of their current right-sided wingers leaves this summer. Gianluca Prestianni has been linked with Trabzonspor, while Dodi Lukebakio is also named as one of the players whose departure could change Benfica’s position.
Youri Tielemans #8 of Belgium celebrates with teammate Dodi Lukebakio #14 after scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between Belgium and Senegal at Seattle Stadium
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Osorio impressed for Midtjylland last season, scoring eight goals and providing 10 assists. The Chilean outlet ADN has reported that he is highly rated at Benfica, but Record’s reporting claims that any firm move from the Lisbon club depends on a vacancy opening up on the right wing.
Arsenal’s name enters the picture through Kristian Kjaer, Midtjylland’s sporting director, who is cited as saying that Osorio has attracted interest from other European clubs, including the Gunners.
Osorio only renewed his contract earlier this year, committing his future to Midtjylland until 2030, which leaves the Danish club in a strong negotiating position, despite his current low valuation of €15m.
Even so, the report adds that Midtjylland would not rule out a sale if they receive an offer at an interesting level. That level is likely to be lower than you would expect as they have never received more than €16m for any player.
Darío Osorio of Chile kicks the ball during the FIFA Series match between Chile and Cape Verde at Eden Park on March 27, 2026 in Auckland, New Zealand.
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