Tag: Jorge Mendes

Adeyemi chooses Arsenal project over Manchester United after weapons fine sto

Karim Adeyemi
November 2025

Adeyemi is reported to favour a move to Arsenal over Manchester United, with the Dortmund forward telling intermediaries that Mikel Arteta’s project is his first choice as the Bundesliga club set a £75m valuation that already exceeds United’s planned outlay. United’s early talks with Jorge Mendes faded once Adeyemi made his preference clear, while off the pitch he publicly apologised for receiving a knuckleduster and taser in an online “mystery box,” accepting a heavy fine and calling the episode a reckless mistake he vows not to repeat.

Lage Reveals Benfica’s Failed Joao Felix Return

Bruno Lage
September 2025

Bruno Lage disclosed Benfica’s failed attempt to re-sign Joao Felix, revealing Chelsea refused to budge on their €30m valuation despite Felix’s desire to return. Benfica proposed a shared ownership deal but negotiations collapsed, forcing Felix to join Al-Nassr for €50m instead. Lage explained Felix even agreed to lower wages and personally expressed his wish to rejoin, but Chelsea remained firm on financial demands. Despite agent Jorge Mendes’ involvement, Benfica were priced out. Felix ultimately chose Saudi Arabia, leaving Benfica frustrated and Lage soon sacked.

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