Tomás Araujo will cost Real Madrid 50M€

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Tomás Araújo is back on the Real Madrid's transfer list to strengthen the center of defense in the upcoming transfer window. José Mourinho considers the 24-year-old Portuguese center among the options for the position, while Benfica, who recently renewed his contract until 2031, can demand around 50 million euros before sitting down to negotiate.

This interest is not new. Araújo's name was previously linked to the white club in June when the club was considering different alternatives for their defense. His stay in Lisbon was reinforced on September 2 with a contract extension for two more seasons.

Tomás Araújo renova até 2031! ✍️ pic.twitter.com/r7NfqBQrhM

— SL Benfica (@SLBenfica) September 2, 2026

Tomás Araújo extends contract with Benfica until 2031

Benfica has responded to the interest in Tomás Araújo by extending his contract until June 2031. The renewal also adjusted his release clause from 100 to 80 million euros, an amount that safeguards the Portuguese club against possible movements in future markets.

The center-back also plays a stable role in the team. In the 2025/26 season, he played 39 matches, 38 of them with the first team, and scored a goal. In the current season, he has played 11 official matches, scoring 1 goal, and providing 1 assist.

Since joining Benfica's academy in 2016, Araújo has increased his participation to become one of the captains. He has already surpassed 110 official matches with the first team and has also reached Portugal's senior national team.

These numbers explain why the Lisbon team does not need to sell. The new agreement until 2031 and the 80 million release clause position Benfica to reject any offer that does not meet their requirements.

Real Madrid Would Need to Exceed 50 Million

Real Madrid would need to make a significant investment to try to bring Tomás Araújo from Lisbon. A proposal close to 50 million euros could initiate talks, although it would still be 30 million below the new release clause.

For Mourinho, adding another center-back would increase alternatives in a position still present in the club's sports planning. Araújo, standing at 1.84 meters, primarily plays as a center-back and has experience in Portuguese competitions and the Champions League.

Mourinho Knows Him Perfectly

The defender already faced the white team precisely last season. Araújo reached 100 official matches with Benfica in the Champions League match against Madrid on February 25, 2026, before later extending his contract.

The potential deal now depends on whether the interest translates into a financial proposal in the next market. The recently signed contract eases the pressure on the Portuguese club and requires Real Madrid to negotiate from a high economic standpoint.

Real Madrid's next move will be deciding whether to prioritize making Tomás Araújo an offer close to 50 million euros. If that happens, Benfica will have to consider opening negotiations despite securing the center-back until 2031 with an 80 million release clause.

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