Gianluca Prestianni to Aston Villa from Benfica
The Verdict Right Now
| Move | Benfica → Villa |
| In short | Scouted at the Porto clássico |
| Last reported | September 26th (yesterday) |
| Sourcing | From an outlet with a mixed record, so treat it with some caution |
Villa are among the clubs following the Benfica winger closely, O Jogo reported on September 26th, naming Spurs and Atlético Madrid alongside them. According to the paper, the three have watched the 20-year-old Argentine since the start of the season, had scouts at Benfica's 3-1 defeat by Porto at the Dragão, where he set up Benfica's goal, and are expected to be represented at Argentina's match against Bolivia on September 30th. He has eight goals and three assists this season. His contract runs to June 2029 with a €100m release clause, and Benfica president Rui Costa has opened talks on an improved, extended deal without reaching agreement. No approach or bid has been reported.
Primary source: O Jogo (Vítor Rodrigues), September 26th; Sport Witness (Sean Lunt), September 26th · last corroborated September 26th.
How the Story Moved
| Date | What changed | |
|---|---|---|
| September 26th | Tracked | Rumor opened on the board at 11% (linked) — source: O Jogo (Vítor Rodrigues), September 26th; Sport Witness (Sean Lunt), September 26th. Villa are among the clubs following the Benfica winger closely, O Jogo reported on September 26th, naming Spurs and Atlético Madrid alongside them. According to the paper, the three have watched the 20-year-old Argentine since the start of the season, had scouts at Benfica's 3-1 defeat by Porto at the Dragão, where he set up Benfica's goal, and are expected to be represented at Argentina's match against Bolivia on September 30th. He has eight goals and three assists this season. His contract runs to June 2029 with a €100m release clause, and Benfica president Rui Costa has opened talks on an improved, extended deal without reaching agreement. No approach or bid has been reported. |
Timeline since the rumor joined the board.