Benfica’s Interest in Algerian Star Amoura Faces Financial Hurdle | OneFootball

Will Wolfsburg’s €30 Million Price Tag Block Amoura’s Move to Lisbon?

Benfica’s Interest in Algerian Star Amoura Faces Financial Hurdle

Portuguese media've revealed that Benfica’s unexpected pursuit of Algerian forward Mohamed Amoura could be delayed or derailed by financial obstacles echoing the club’s earlier failed attempt to sign Dutch winger Anis Hadj Moussa from Feyenoord.

Amoura’s Rise in Europe

The speedy Algerian attacker impressed during his debut season in one of Europe’s top 5 league featuring in 34 match for Wolfsburg last season across all competitions.

He netted 10 goal & provided 12 assist earning wide acclaim and being labeled the Bundesliga’s top breakthrough talent.

Benfica’s Transfer Challenge

According to Portugal’s A Bola, Benfica's keen acquiring Amoura for the 2025 /26 season with coach Bruno Lage strongly backing the move. However Wolfsburg’s demand exceeding 30 million euro poses major barrier.

Budget Constraints

The Portuguese giants have already spent approximately 80 million euro during this transfer window limiting their ability to meet Wolfsburg’s valuation.