Portuguese and Cape Verdean forward Gustavo Varela is the subject of a transfer rumour linking him with Benfica from Monza, with the proposed move taking the 21-year-old from Serie A to Liga Portugal.
Varela plays as a centre-forward and remains contracted to Monza until 30 June 2030. The report of Benfica’s interest is dated 20 October 2026, but the move remains unconfirmed and no transfer fee has been reported.
The clubs operate in different national leagues, with Monza competing in Italy’s Serie A and Benfica in Portugal’s top flight. Varela’s current market value is listed at €5m, a figure that provides an indication of his valuation but does not represent a confirmed offer or agreed fee.
The reported link comes while Varela is still tied to Monza on a long-term contract, rather than approaching the end of his deal. Any negotiations would therefore concern a player whose existing terms extend for several more seasons.
For Benfica, the rumour points to interest in a young attacking player with Portuguese and Cape Verdean nationality. For Varela, it would involve a move from his current Italian club to Portugal, although there is no confirmation that an agreement has been reached between the player, Monza and Benfica.
