Benfica eyes defender overhaul before transfer deadline

Benfica’s defensive line is set for multiple changes before the market closes. Central defenders Clément Lenglet and Gabriel Índio have been signed, while captain António Silva is expected to leave for Bournemouth for €25 million. Josip Sutalo is named as the main candidate to replace Silva. On the right side, Alexander Bah may exit and Amar Dedic is poised to become the starter, while left‑back Samuel Dahl stays in place with José Neto as backup.

The club’s activity aims to improve on last season’s third‑place finish in the Primeira Liga, with several other names floated but not confirmed, such as Ibrahima Ba and Tiago Gabriel.