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Köln agrees to sign Benfica midfielder Gil Neves this summer

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Köln agrees to sign Benfica midfielder Gil Neves this summer
Summary

Gil Neves, an 18-year-old midfielder from Benfica, is set to undergo a medical check with Köln on Thursday ahead of a transfer. The Portuguese U18 international is highly rated and currently part of Benfica's U23 squad. A six-figure transfer fee has been reported between the clubs, alongside a significant sell-on clause for Benfica. After the medical, Neves will sign a contract until 2029 and initially play with Köln II in Regionalliga before joining the first team.

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  • •Neves will undergo a medical check with Köln on August 6.
  • •He won the U17 Euros with Portugal last summer.
  • •Köln has also shown interest in English players this summer.
  • •The transfer includes a significant sell-on clause for Benfica.
  • •Neves will initially play for Köln II.
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  • 9:04 PMYahoo Sports — Sky: Köln set to sign Benfica youngster Gil Neves
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Portuguese U18 international Gil Neves is scheduled to undergo his medical check at Köln on Thursday ahead of a summer move. The 18-year-old is a highly-rated midfielder at Benfica, where he is curre...

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