Costa confirms Neves bid amid Premier League interest in Benfica star

Benfica president Rui Costa has said that a bid has been tabled for the services of 19-year-old midfielder Joao Neves.

Neves, who featured in Portugal s quarter-final run at Euro 2024, has been of interest to Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Arsenal.

The midfielder made 55 appearances in all competitions for the Eagles last season, scoring three times and helping the club lift a ninth Portuguese Super Cup.

Neves played just 77 minutes at the European Championships in Germany, but has attracted interest for his assured midfield displays at club level.

The 19-year-old ranked second for most successful passes in the Primeira Liga (1794), only bettered by Sporting CP defender, Goncalo Inacio (2154).

Neves has a €120million (£101 mill…