Vangelis Pavlidis signs improved contract with Benfica

Greek international striker Vangelis Pavlidis has secured a significantly improved contract with Benfica, making him the highest-paid player on the club's current roster. This agreement follows his decision to remain in Lisbon despite receiving a lucrative offer from the Turkish club Fenerbahce. During the recent transfer period, Fenerbahce reportedly offered 50 million euros to the Portuguese side, along with an annual salary of 8 million euros plus bonuses for the 27-year-old player.

Pavlidis, who has been with Benfica since the summer of 2024, chose to reject the offer to focus on his development with the "Eagles." Benfica’s management opted to reward the forward with a contract extension and a salary increase as a gesture of appreciation for his commitment and strong start to the current season. This move cements his role as a central pillar of the team's offense, following previous interest from several high-profile European clubs, including Tottenham, Aston Villa, Milan, Roma, and Juventus.