Clement Lenglet joins Benfica as a free agent
According to Nicolò Schira, Clement Lenglet has been confirmed as the new player for Benfica after an agreement with Atlético de Madrid. The defender will sign until 2028 with an option for 2029.
The news has been officially confirmed by Nicolò Schira, who reported that "Clement Lenglet to Benfica as a free agent. Contract until 2028 + option for 2029". This announcement marks the closure of an operation that has been awaited by the club's fans.
Clement Lenglet, 28 years old, plays as a centre-back and arrives at Benfica from Atlético de Madrid. His market value is 4 million euros, and his contract with Atlético was set to expire in June 2028, making him a strategic addition for the Portuguese team.
Lenglet's arrival at Benfica represents a significant improvement in the club's defensive line, which aims to strengthen its squad to compete in the Primeira Liga and European competitions. According to Fabrizio Romano, the agreement among all parties is already established, ensuring that the defender will join the team imminently.
In addition to Schira, Matteo Moretto has also confirmed the agreement, stating that "the agreement, verbally, already exists, only formalization is pending". This suggests that the signing is in its final stages of formalization, with everything ready for its official announcement.
