Renato Sanches eyes return to Benfica this summer

Renato Sanches joined PSG in the summer of 2022 but has been hindered by injuries. Loaned to AS Roma last season, he is expected to return to Benfica this summer, his desired move for this transfer window.

Renato Sanches was one of the brightest talents in Portuguese football when he first emerged in 2016. Excelling with Benfica, he had a stellar Euro 2016, winning the tournament with Portugal and being named the best young player of the competition.

He subsequently signed with Bayern Munich. However, his time in Germany was not successful, as injuries frequently kept him off the pitch. He moved to Lille in 2019, where he regained his form, although injuries still plagued him. After a very successful 2021-2022 season, during which Lille won the French championship, he joined PSG for €15 million.

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Renato Sanches eyes return to Benfica this summer

Yet in Paris, he was once again halted by injuries, playing only 27 matches in all competitions (scoring two goals). Not necessarily in Luis Enrique’s plans, he was loaned to AS Roma last summer. His time in Italy was another disappointment due to recurrent injuries. Now back in Paris, where he is under contract until June 2027, the 26-year-old midfielder is looking for a new club.

In recent days, reports indicate that he is close to returning to his former club, Benfica. However, the specifics of his move to Portugal vary. Some sources suggest he will be part of the Joao Neves transfer to PSG, while others mention a separate transaction. According to the latest from Record, a Portuguese sports daily, Renato Sanches is focused on one thing for his future: returning to Benfica.

He is reportedly waiting for the green light to leave Paris and go back to Lisbon. This could happen as early as tomorrow, Record suggests. The two clubs are said to be close to finalizing an agreement, which could take effect this Sunday.

The details of this agreement are still being ironed out: a loan with PSG covering his salary, a loan with an option to buy, Sanches included in the Joao Neves deal or a straightforward transfer. More details are expected in the coming hours.