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12 Apr

Lukaku Scores As Inter Milan Win At Benfica

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Romelu Lukaku scored an 82nd-minute penalty as Inter Milan put themselves in a strong position to advance to the semi-finals of the Champions League after securing a deserved win away at Benfica. In a tightly contested tie, Nicolo Barella’s downward header stunned the Portuguese league leaders and gave Inter a priceless advantage. Benfica struggled to dictate play in front of their own fans as Inter produced a defensive masterclass in Lisbon. Rafa Silva was denied by Andre Onana’s first-half save before Inter’s Netherlands defender Denzel Dumfries produced a crucial block from close range as Benfica pushed for an equaliser. The…

Chelsea’s Pursuit Of Benfica’s Fernandez ‘Closed’

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Chelsea's pursuit of Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez is "closed", says Benfica manager Roger Schmidt. The Blues have been in talks with the Portuguese club about signing the 21-year-old 2022 World Cup winner but have failed to reach an agreement. He celebrated scoring in Benfica's 2-0 Portuguese Cup win at Varzim on Tuesday by thumping the badge on his shirt. "I'm glad this question is closed and now we can focus on football again," said Schmidt. Fernandez, who joined Benfica from River Plate in August, has a release clause of about £106m. "It was very important for Enzo to return to…

Chelsea Close To Reaching €130m Agreement With Benfica For Enzo Fernandez

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Chelsea are on the verge of reaching an agreement with Benfica over the signing of Enzo Fernandez, sources have told 90min. The midfielder was one of the breakout stars of the 2022 World Cup, taking home the Young Player Award as Argentina claimed their third title at the expense of France. Interest in Fernandez's services has become widespread, and while Liverpool and Manchester United were most heavily linked with him at one point, Chelsea are in pole position and a deal is expected to be wrapped up shortly. Sources close to the deal have told 90min that there is a…