Rafael Luís, a 21-year-old defensive midfielder, leaves Benfica to transfer permanently to Gençlerbirligi. The young player signed a contract with the Turkish club until 2028.
The player's departure represents a permanent transfer, with no loan arrangement involved. Rafael Luís was linked to Benfica, a club through which he probably passed through the various youth levels before reaching the first team.
Gençlerbirligi is the new destination for the Portuguese midfielder, who will compete in Turkish football from this transfer onwards. The contract until 2028 indicates a long-term commitment between the player and the new club.
At just 21 years old, Rafael Luís will seek in Turkish football the opportunity to play with greater regularity and develop his career, after leaving Benfica without having managed to establish himself in the first team.
