Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur target Benfica winger Prestianni
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Aston Villa is evaluating a potential move for Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni, who has a €100 million release clause. Tottenham Hotspur has reportedly joined the pursuit, making the decision more complex for Villa as they sit 16th in the Premier League. Unai Emery aims to improve his squad’s attacking consistency but faces competition from Spurs, who have already invested heavily in recent transfers. Benfica is reportedly preparing a new contract for Prestianni to secure their asset ahead of January, raising further questions about the financial commitment involved for interested clubs like Villa.
- •Aston Villa is 16th in the Premier League.
- •Prestianni has a €100 million release clause with Benfica.
- •Tottenham Hotspur has joined the race for Prestianni.
- •Villa aims to enhance their attacking options despite existing issues.
- •Benfica is preparing a new contract for Prestianni.
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"Aston Villa could face a difficult transfer decision after Tottenham Hotspur reportedly joined the race for Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni. Roberto De Zerbi wants another attacking addition despit...
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