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Goncalo Oliveira set to join Rennes from Benfica

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 8:05 AM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Goncalo Oliveira set to join Rennes from Benfica

Summary

Goncalo Oliveira, a 19-year-old center-back from Benfica, is poised to sign with Stade Rennais in Ligue 1. Reports indicate he will finalize a five-year contract after the clubs reached a €2.5 million transfer agreement, excluding bonuses. Oliveira, who captained Benfica's reserve team and played a key role in their Youth League semi-finals run, has yet to debut for the senior side. He has traveled to Brittany to complete the move.

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Key Details

•Goncalo Oliveira is 19 years old and plays as a center-back.
•Transfer fee from Benfica to Rennes is €2.5 million.
•Oliveira captained Benfica's reserve team in the Youth League.
•He has not yet made his senior debut for Benfica.
•Oliveira has arrived in Brittany to complete his transfer.

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8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Benfica’s Goncalo Oliveira set for Rennes move

What they're saying

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SL Benfica’s Goncalo Oliveira (19) is set to sign for Ligue 1 side Stade Rennais, according to a report from Le Parisien. The centre-back will sign a five-year deal, the report adds. The Portugue...
— Yahoo Sports

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