Manchester United and Chelsea pursue Gianluca Prestianni from Benfica
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Manchester United and Chelsea are vying for the services of Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni. United's interest stems from their failed attempt to sign a left-forward this summer, partly due to the retention of Marcus Rashford. The 20-year-old Argentinian has impressed in the current season, tallying eight goals and three assists in 12 appearances. Benfica is aware of the growing interest in Prestianni and plans to hold talks to secure his future and extend his contract to ward off potential suitors.
- •United struggled to sign a left-forward this summer.
- •Prestianni has scored eight goals this season.
- •Benfica is planning to discuss a new contract with Prestianni.
- •Interest in the player has grown from multiple Premier League clubs.
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"Manchester United wanted to sign a new left-forward this summer, but their inability to offload Marcus Rashford poured cold water on those plans. The English forward was a hit on loan at Barcelona las...
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