Reports from the Portuguese media continue to bring details on the double defender deal between Manchester City and Benfica.
New claims come from TVI24 show Mais Transferências. They say there’s a ‘done deal’ for Ruben Dias to head to England, while Nicolas Otamendi goes to Lisbon.
Despite previous reports claiming Manchester City would pay €60m for the transfer, with another €5m or €10m in bonuses, Mais Transferências has a different look.
They say the deal is actually being done for an initial payment of €50m. However, the total cost of the operation could reach €80m.
That’s because they take the €50m, add €15m in possible bonuses, and say Nicolas Otamendi’s transfer is worth other €15m. That’s them clearly pushing to make it look better for the Eagles.
Ruben Dias is a product of Benfica’s academy, and made his debut for the club back in 2017. He was protected by a release clause of €100m, and many fans are angry at the Eagles for not making more with his sale.
Considered one of the most important players in the squad, he’s a regular for the Portuguese national team.
