Circati set to leave Parma for Benfica in €20m deal
Young Parma centre-back Circati is set to depart Serie A for Benfica in a deal worth €20 million. The transfer would represent a significant sale for Parma, who have developed the defender and now stand to earn a substantial fee. For Benfica, the signing would bolster their defensive options as they continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season in Portugal.
Read the full story at football-italia.netA €20m move for Circati underlines Benfica's continued strategy of identifying and acquiring emerging European talent before prices escalate further. For Parma, selling a homegrown defender at a significant profit is a strong piece of business, though they will need to reinvest in their back line. The transfer reflects the growing financial power of Portuguese clubs in the player market and could shape defensive dynamics for both clubs next season.
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