Roger Fernandes? Benfica dream winger deal now in doubt | OneFootball

Roger Fernandes has been under Benfica's radar for several months. The reds even started negotiations with Braga, but the Minho team made the player's departure difficult. On the last day of the market, António Salvador even rejected a 30 million euro offer, which keeps the eagles at bay.

Al Ittihad was willing to offer a hefty sum for the young Portuguese international, but the president of Braga pointed to the 40 million euro termination clause of Roger Fernandes, a value beyond Benfica's reach.

Chelsea and Nottingham Forest also showed interest in the winger and, according to Record newspaper, they presented a similar amount to António Salvador, to which they added another 10 million euros subject to the achievement of objectives.

Still, the top official of Braga refused to let go of one of the biggest talents of the formation led by Carlos Vicens. The intransigence of the quarry emblem leads Benfica to cross out Roger's name from the signing list, despite the young player still being closely watched.

In 2024/2025, wearing Braga's jersey, Roger Fernandes - valued at 22 million euros - appeared in 48 matches: 28 in the Liga Portugal Betclic, 14 in the Europa League, four in the Portuguese Cup and two in the League Cup. In total, the new target of Benfica recorded 3,019 minutes, scoring five goals and four assists.

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