United has been associated with 19-year-old midfielder Joao Neves, who reportedly carries a hefty €100 million (£87m/$110m) release clause in his contract. Real Madrid, on the other hand, has shown interest in 20-year-old defender Antonio Silva. However, Benfica’s manager, Roger Schmidt, has asserted that none of the club’s players will depart in January.
Addressing reporters, Schmidt emphasized Benfica’s current objectives in the season, stating, “We are halfway through the season and we have big goals. We certainly won’t let any of these players leave. We need them and no one wants to leave, so there’s no question.”
With Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s recent minority investment in the club, United is anticipated to be active in the upcoming January transfer window. Meanwhile, Real Madrid aims to reinforce their defense post David Alaba’s injury, joining Eder Militao on the injury list due to an ACL injury.
It appears likely that Neves and Silva will remain in Lisbon to contribute to Benfica’s pursuit of both the league title and success in the Europa League. However, should United and Real Madrid pursue them in the summer, it’s improbable that Benfica would reject a significant financial offer.
João Neves
João Pedro Gonçalves Neves
This season he played in total 14 times for 950 minutes for Liga Portugal.
João Neves scored 1 goal for Benfica. He procured no assists. He received 3 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 2nd in Liga Portugal. In the last match Benfica won 1-0 against Sporting Braga.
Benfica performance and stats
Benfica is currently 2nd in the Liga Portugal with 33 points.
In the last 14 games, it has won 10 times, drawn 3 times, and lost once. In its last match, Benfica won 0-1 against Sporting Braga.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 25 goals and conceding 10.
Benfica will play the next match in Liga Portugal against Famalicão on Friday 29th of December in Lisboa. The prediction is Benfica winning the match.
António Silva
António João Pereira Albuquerque Tavares Silva
This season he played in total 13 times for 1170 minutes for Liga Portugal.
António Silva scored 1 goal for Benfica. He procured no assists. He received 3 yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 2nd in Liga Portugal. In the last match Benfica won 1-0 against Sporting Braga.
Benfica performance and stats
Benfica is currently 2nd in the Liga Portugal with 33 points.
In the last 14 games, it has won 10 times, drawn 3 times, and lost once. In its last match, Benfica won 0-1 against Sporting Braga.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 25 goals and conceding 10.
Benfica will play the next match in Liga Portugal against Famalicão on Friday 29th of December in Lisboa. The prediction is Benfica winning the match.
Manchester United performance and stats
Manchester United is currently 7th in the Premier League with 31 points.
In the last 19 games, it has won 10 times, drawn once, and lost 8 times. In its last match, Manchester United won 3-2 against Aston Villa.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 21 goals and conceding 25.
Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Nottingham Forest on Saturday 30th of December in Nottingham. The prediction is Manchester United winning the match.
Real Madrid performance and stats
Real Madrid is currently 1st in the La Liga with 45 points.
In the last 18 games, it has won 14 times, drawn 3 times, and lost once. In its last match, Real Madrid won 0-1 against Deportivo Alavés.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 39 goals and conceding 11.