Bayern Munich eyes Benfica's Tomás Araújo as potential center-back option
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Bayern Munich is considering a transfer for Benfica center-back Tomás Araújo, according to a report from Sky Germany. The 24-year-old player is seen as a potential recruit should Bayern lose Hiroki Itō or Kim Min-jae this summer. Araújo, under contract with Benfica until 2029, offers versatility, being capable of playing at right-back. However, reports indicate no strong desire from Itō or Kim to leave, potentially delaying any transfer until next year.
- •Bayern Munich linked to Tomás Araújo from Benfica.
- •Araújo is under contract until 2029.
- •Bayern may need to offload players before any transfer.
- •No indication Kim Min-jae or Hiroki Itō want to leave.
- 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Bayern Munich ‘considering’ Benfica defender
"Should FC Bayern need a center-back this summer, Benfica’s Tomás Araújo could be the ideal recruit.
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