Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni as the 20-year-old continues to attract interest from a number of Premier League clubs.
Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United, Newcastle United and Brighton are also understood to be tracking the Argentina international, who has impressed since moving to Portugal.
Chelsea interest in Gianluca Prestianni grows
Prestianni was regarded as one of South America’s brightest young prospects during his time with Vélez Sarsfield, prompting Benfica to sign him in 2024.
His progress in Portugal has now brought him to the attention of several English clubs. The winger has taken another step forward this season and become an increasingly important attacking player for Benfica.
His pace, creativity and ability to operate in different attacking positions are understood to have increased his appeal to clubs looking for long-term additions to their squads.
Benfica seek to secure winger’s future
Benfica are aware of the growing interest in Prestianni and are keen to protect their position by discussing a new long-term contract with the player.
Chelsea have not made a formal offer, with their interest currently understood to be at the monitoring stage. That could change if Prestianni maintains his development and continues to attract attention in the coming months.
The winger’s emergence could eventually lead to a competitive transfer race, with Chelsea’s reputation for investing in young players making him a potential option if they decide to strengthen their attack in a future transfer window.
