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Tottenham and Aston Villa Do Battle For Prestianni Signing

Benfica forward has started the 2026/27 season on fire

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 11:15 AM
Tottenham and Aston Villa Do Battle For Prestianni Signing
Key Things to Know
  • Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa are competing to sign Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni for around £85million.
  • The proposed permanent transfer would trigger Prestianni's €100million (£85million) release clause at Benfica.
  • Prestianni scored five goals and registered three assists in his first seven league games this season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly tracking Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni for a potential £85million permanent transfer, but face competition from Premier League rivals Aston Villa. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi is eyeing the 20-year-old following his strong start to the season, where he scored five goals and registered three assists across seven league games.

Aston Villa maintain a long-standing interest in the Argentine international, having previously attempted to sign him from Velez Sarsfield. Prestianni is under contract with Benfica until 2029, featuring a €100million (£85million) release clause that the Portuguese club hopes to extend.

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