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Chelsea and Manchester United target Benfica defender Tomas Araujo

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Chelsea and Manchester United target Benfica defender Tomas Araujo

Summary

Chelsea is reportedly interested in Benfica center-back Tomas Araujo, as both Chelsea and Manchester United seek to strengthen their defenses. Araujo, 24, has an €80m release clause and has drawn attention following the sale of his partner Antonio Silva to Bournemouth this summer. As the international break continues, transfer rumors are intensifying, with Chelsea prioritizing defensive reinforcements after a challenging start to the season. The club has also been linked with other players, including a former Liverpool player now excelling in the Bundesliga.

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Key Details

•Tomas Araujo linked to Chelsea and Manchester United.
•Benfica has an €80m release clause for Araujo.
•Antonio Silva was sold to Bournemouth this summer.
•Chelsea is focusing on defensive improvements during the international break.
•Other transfer rumors involve a former Liverpool player in the Bundesliga.

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12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Exclusive says Chelsea and Man U target defender who lost his partner to Premier League team

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