Benfica news

Benfica's Orkun Kokcu wants to move to England to join Arne Slot's Liverpool amid interest from Turkish clubs.

Benfica defender Antonio Silva has rejected a lucrative offer from Al Hilal and would like to stay in Europe after impressing at the Club World Cup.

Benfica are ready to sell defender Antonio Silva, who was on the verge of joining Juventus last winter.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has launched a furious tirade after the Blues' Club World Cup clash against Benfica was halted for nearly two hours due to extreme weather. The west London side's boss slammed the handling of delays in the United States, claiming it was “not football” and questioning whether the country is fit to host such major tournaments ahead of next year’s World Cup.

Chelsea defender Benoit Badiashile was spotted on crutches during the Blues' 4-1 win over Benfica in the Club World Cup Round of 16 clash. The French centre-back started the clash for Enzo Maresca's side but was subbed off in the 70th minute. Following the break in play due to stormy weather, Badiashile was spotted on the sidelines on crutchess as he watched his team win 4-1 after extra-time.

With the spending power among the elite clubs now greater than ever, there is likely to be a host of eye-watering deals in the coming weeks

The Blues overcame a near two-hour weather delay, scoring three times in extra time to book their spot in the quarter-finals

How to watch the FIFA Club World Cup match between Benfica and Chelsea, as well as kick-off time and team news.

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Joao Felix could be on the verge of a homecoming as Benfica reportedly weigh a £25.6 million offer for the forward, whose form has declined significantly since he left Portuguese shores in 2019. The Chelsea attacker, currently under contract until 2031, endured an uninspiring loan spell at AC Milan last season, and now finds himself at a crossroads once again.

Benfica president Rui Costa has denied the claims suggesting Real Madrid have sent an offer to buy left-back Alvaro Carreras.

Vincent Kompany's side fell to a disappointing defeat and failed to top Group C in USA, with Leroy Sane among those to struggle.

How to watch the FIFA Club World Cup match between Benfica and Bayern Munich, as well as kick-off time and team news.