Benfica

Benfica, one of the oldest football clubs in the world, have become the masters of the transfer market. The club has been one of the most successful teams ...

The Portuguese centre-back, considered one of the best in his position, was once the leader of O Glorioso’s defense. In 2018, the 17-year-old made his senior team debut and helped the Eagles win the league title in his first and only season with them. The transfer also saw Atletico Madrid paying the highest fee for a Portuguese player leaving the domestic league. The club has been one of the most successful teams in the history of football. The Premier League champions signed him for a fee of €40 million, making him the second most expensive goalkeeper of the time, behind Italy’s Gianluigi Buffon. During his time with Benfica, the defender helped the club win the 2018-19 Primeira Liga and the 2019-20 Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira. Despite not winning the Champions League or Europa League in recent times, the club has always been one of the most profitable clubs in Europe. In recent times, As Águias has been appreciated by the footballing universe for their methods of running their business. When Pep Guardiola took charge of Manchester City, he insisted on bringing a newer face in front of goal and showed keen interest in the 23-year-old Brazilian. The 23-year-old Belgian international, signed for €9 million, was sold for €40 million to the Russian club. Over the years, many big names have been identified who have fetched the club big money, including the likes of Eusebio, Luisao, Angel Di Maria, Nuno Gomes, Ruben Dias and David Luiz. Benfica, one of the oldest football clubs in the world, have become the masters of the transfer market.