Tag: Benfica
Arsenal scouts watch 2 players in Champions League clash
Arsenal scouts were present at the Champions League clash between Benfica and Real Sociedad, amid links to a couple of Sociedad stars.
Brexit stopped €35m Arsenal transfer
Brexit complications stopped Arsenal from signing defender Ousmane Diomande, who now plays for Sporting, according to Ove Pedersen, sporting vice-director at Midtjylland.
Tragic Arsenal star’s son signs for Real Madrid
Jose Antonio Reyes Junior, son of late Arsenal legend Jose Antonio Reyes, signs his first professional contract with Real Madrid, marking a new chapter in the Reyes family's football legacy.
2nd Arsenal player could still leave this month: 3 clubs interested
Cedric Soares could still join Nicolas Pepe in leaving Arsenal this month, despite the closure of the British transfer window.
Crystal Palace and West Ham close in on long-linked Arsenal targets
Insight into Julian Draxler's uncertain future at PSG and Elye Wahi's rising profile, as both players are linked with potential moves to Arsenal.
New Arsenal striker explains ‘dream’ move to London
Canadian footballer Cloe Lacasse shares insights into her Arsenal move, the challenges for Canadian players, and her World Cup ambitions.
Arsenal man changes mind about staying
Cedric Soares is attracting plenty of interest as he now looks to complete a summer transfer away from Arsenal, according to a report.
Arsenal confirm 29yo Benfica forward signing
Canadian footballer Cloe Lacasse embarks on a new journey with Arsenal after a goal-studded stint with Benfica, ready to lift the Gunners' game.
70 goals in 74 games: Arsenal make offer to Canadian forward
Cloé Lacasse has been linked with a record-breaking move to Arsenal from Benfica. If confirmed, it could be a landmark in Portuguese women's football.
Arsenal man returns to former club
Arsenal's Nuno Tavares visits his old school, reconnecting with his Benfica roots, while expressing satisfaction with the Portuguese club's recent title win.
Arsenal to pay extra €1m if manager picks midfielder
Arsenal will have to pay Benfica another €1m for Nuno Tavares should the defender be selected by Roberto Martinez for Portugal.
Arsenal join race for talented 17yo Flamengo winger
Arsenal are among the clubs showing interest in 17-year-old Flamengo winger Matheus Gonçalves, as they compete with Ajax, Man City, and Benfica.
Nuno Tavares shares tweet mocking Sporting CP
Arsenal loanee Nuno Tavares was watching on from afar as Arsenal drew with Sporting CP on Thursday, and he retweeted a tweet mocking the Gunners' opponents afterwards.
Newcastle United join January race for Arsenal target
Juventus and Newcastle United are joining Arsenal in the race for Alejandro Grimaldo, as he runs down his contract with Benfica.
Arsenal could bid for €7m 26yo in the coming days
Arsenal are intensifying their interest in Alejandro Grimaldo and could make a bid for the defender in the coming days, according to reports.
Arsenal make contact over €7m Benfica 26yo
Arsenal have made contact with Benfica over Alejandro Grimaldo, who could be available in a low-cost summer deal as his contract runs down.
Benfica want to sign Arsenal 30yo for less than €10m
Benfica are interested in signing Bernd Leno from Arsenal this summer, but they appear unwilling to pay a reasonable asking price for him.
Arsenal make contact over €80m 26-goal striker
Arsenal have made contact over the signing of Benfica striker Darwin Nunez, who appears to be edging towards the top of their summer shortlist.
Official: Arsenal sign 21-year-old Nuno Tavares from Benfica
Arsenal have announced the signing of Nuno Tavares from Benfica and he will wear the number 20.
Incoming Arsenal signing completes transfer
Nuno Tavares is finally at London Colney as he looks to put the finishing touches on his transfer from Benfica to Arsenal.
Incoming Arsenal signing holds medical abroad before travelling to England
Nuno Tavares has undergone his medical exams in Lisbon and spoken to Mikel Arteta ahead of his transfer to Arsenal this week.
Deal agreed for €10m Arsenal signing travelling to England this week
Further details are starting to emerge on Nuno Tavares' transfer to Arsenal, with Portuguese reports suggesting he's travelling to London this week.
Arsenal will settle transfer of Nuno Tavares within hours
Arsenal will settle the transfer of Nuno Tavares from Benfica in the next few hours, after major progress in the deal on Tuesday.
Arsenal agree €8m deal for Nuno Tavares plus add-ons
21-year-old left-back Nuno Tavares is set to join Arsenal from Benfica for €8m plus add-ons, according to a report.
Arsenal strike 5-year deal with Nuno Tavares & Benfica agreement
Arsenal have been in contact with the representatives of Benfica left-back Nuno Tavares according to reports, with one claiming a 5-year deal is 'agreed in principle'.
Arsenal want €20m for 22yo linked to clubs in France, Portugal and Germany
Arsenal want €20m for Matteo Guendouzi this summer, according to reports in Portugal, which is delaying his sale at the moment.
Arsenal star clear on future: I want to end my career at Benfica
David Luiz has stated that he wants to end his career at Benfica, opening the door to a possible move when his contract at Arsenal expires next summer.
Arsenal target Benfica left-midfielder with a goal contribution every 107 minutes
Arsenal want to sign Rafa Silva from Benfica, with the player open to a transfer, but only after he wins the league with his current club.
Lyon and Atletico in controversial transfer battle over Arsenal midfield target
Despite links to Arsenal and Benfica earlier in the window, Bruno Guimaraes is now subject to a transfer battle between Olympique Lyonnais and Atletico Madrid.
Journalist confirms Arsenal sent scouts to RB Leipzig match amid links to star defender
Arsenal scouts were in attendance for Benfica's match against RB Leipzig earlier in the week, amid reports of interest in a couple of Leipzig's players.
Arsenal target gets yet another assist after Gunners make contact for him
Benfica star Alejandro Grimaldo is in fantastic form at the moment, and he provided his seventh assist of the campaign over the weekend amid rumours of Arsenal interest.
Arsenal make contact for player Monchi loves, Manchester City want him to replace Mendy
Arsenal have already been in contact with Benfica over a summer move for Alejandro Grimaldo but face competition from Manchester City who have also made an enquiry.
Arsenal transfer target pictured in London
Alejandro Grimaldo has posted a picture of himself in London on Instagram, amid transfer rumours linking him with a move to Arsenal.
Arsenal send club official about €60m 23-year-old after 2 scouting missions
Arsenal reportedly sent a club official to watch Alejandro Grimaldo after scouting the player previously, so who is he, how much will he cost and what chance do Arsenal have of signing him?
Arsenal scout spotted watching 23-year-old star in historic 10-0 thrashing
An Arsenal scout was present to watch Alejandro Grimaldo score once in a 10-0 Benfica thrashing of Nacional, according to reports in Portugal.
Arsenal set to make formal offer for 23-year-old Nacho Monreal replacement
Arsenal are already looking forward to the summer transfer window for a new left-back, and they're one of the two 'best positioned' clubs to sign Alejandro Grimaldo from Benfica, according to reports.
Arsenal academy product scouted by Benfica for a long time over potential transfer
Portuguese club Benfica have been scouting ex-Arsenal midfielder Vlad Dragomir, according to reports in Romania.
Blow for Arsenal as exciting target signs new deal with current club
Joao Felix has signed a contract extension to stay with current club Benfica, despite transfer links to Arsenal earlier this year.
Arsenal send scouts to watch highly sought-after Benfica star
Arsenal are among a large number of clubs to send scouts to watch Benfica goalkeeper Odisseas Vlachodimos, according to reports in Portugal.
Arsenal academy boy 'likely' to leave after pre-season exclusion
Chris Willock is likely to leave Benfica this summer, just a year on from joining the club from Arsenal last summer, according to reports in Portugal.