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Benfica are moving closer to a possible deal for Bastien Meupiyou, with the Alverca centre-back emerging as a target for the Lisbon club in the current market.
According to reports dated August 15, Alverca have placed a €15 million asking price on the defender after his performances caught the eye of Benfica. That valuation now appears to be the key figure around which any potential transfer talks would be shaped.
Meupiyou’s situation is one to watch closely, as Benfica weigh up whether to advance their interest into a formal agreement. For Alverca, the reported price tag makes clear that they do not intend to let the centre-back leave cheaply, particularly with a prominent domestic club monitoring him.
A deal at €15 million would represent a significant commitment from Benfica, so the structure of any proposal could prove important if negotiations progress. At this stage, the available information points to interest and a clear asking price rather than a completed transfer.
Benfica’s pursuit also underlines the value being placed on defensive reinforcements, with Meupiyou viewed as a player who has done enough to draw attention from one of Portugal’s major clubs. Whether that admiration becomes a finalized move will depend on the coming discussions and on Alverca’s willingness to negotiate around their stated valuation.
For now, the path to a transfer appears straightforward but not yet resolved: Benfica are interested, Alverca have set the price at €15 million, and Meupiyou’s future could be decided if the clubs find common ground in the days ahead.
