The veteran Brazilian is reportedly on the radar of the Italian side, who will be looking to bolster their squad in the upcoming summer transfer window.
Benfica captain Luisao has become a model of consistency and a respected figure in http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Portugal-c2984. The centre-back arrived at Estadio da Luz in 2003 and was an unknown quantity then, however his performances and quality has since then vowed fans and frustrated
opponents alike.
The defender is also a regular with the Selecao, although his role with them has diminished as the years have rolled on. While he may no longer be called up for National duty anymore, his importance to the Reds has not decreased, rather it has increased.
After being handed the armband, Luisao has chosen to lead by example and is currently a mentor to upcoming stars such as http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Ezequiel-Garay-c13071, who turn to the 31-year-old for his wealth of experience both on and off the pitch.
While his legendary status at the Stadium of Light is all but confirmed, the former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Cruzeiro-c38870 man almost incurred the wrath of the club faithful last summer after hinting that he could accept Paris Saint-Germain’s big-money offer.
The Parisians were seemingly on course to securing the signature of the Canaries’ star but in the end, Luisao pledged his future to Benfica and stayed in the Primeira Liga.
This time it is Italian giants Juventus, who will be looking to test his resolve as they seek to add proven players to their ranks.
Antonio Conte’s men have been labelled as title challengers this season and if they are to maintain their form, they will surely need new recruits, especially at the back.
Luisao seems to be their preferred choice but a move could be off even before negotiations start, as the player has waived away the prospect of plying his trade in Turin in the past.
"Juventus is a big club. But I am concentrating on a successful campaign with Benfica in the League as well as Europe.”
"It is normal for any player to want to try playing in different leagues. But at the moment I am concentrating on winning the Portuguese league,” the Brazilian was quoted to have said in the past.
Despite the Bianconeri on his trail, Benfica will not let their prized asset leave and moreover, Luisao may not be open to a switch, as he claims that he wants to hang up his boots at the helm.
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