Official: Alessandro Circati joins Benfica for €20M
Fabrizio Romano reported that Benfica has finalized the signing of Australian defender Alessandro Circati from Parma for €20 million. The deal includes a contract until 2031.
Benfica has officially confirmed the signing of Alessandro Circati, a 22-year-old Australian centre-back, from Parma. According to Fabrizio Romano, the agreement has been closed for €20 million, with a contract that will run until June 30, 2031.
Circati, who currently has a market value of €18 million, joins a Benfica side looking to strengthen its defense following a season in which the team has been seeking to consolidate its squad. His arrival represents a significant investment by the Lisbon club, which hopes the young Australian talent will add solidity to their backline.
The transfer was finalized after a series of negotiations that began several weeks ago, as reported by various media outlets, including Gianluca Di Marzio and Nicolò Schira, who confirmed the details of the deal. With Circati's signing, Benfica not only strengthens its defense but also secures a player with great potential for the future.
The official announcement of his transfer was made by Alfredo Pedullà, who confirmed that Circati leaves Parma to become a new player for Benfica. Additionally, Romano reiterated the completion of the deal, putting an end to speculation and marking a new chapter in the defender's career.
