With a new role since José Mourinho arrived at Benfica (in the last game with Famalicão, for example, he was replaced by António Silva), Tomás Araújo could arouse interest in the next market windows. His agent, Iranian Ali Barat, gave an interview to journalist Fabrizio Romano in which he discussed the future of the Portuguese defender, among other players from his client portfolio. «I've known Tomás since he was 16 years old. It's great to see your progress. What is excellent about him is that he has some fundamental attributes: speed and technical ability», he began by saying. «These are attributes that modern coaches look for, as they all play with very high lines. Teams like Barcelona, for example. I am very confident that many top clubs will look for Tomás again in the summer”, he assured. Tomás Araújo has been heavily associated with Chelsea in the past. Araújo has a release clause worth 80 million euros and a contract signed with Benfica until 2029.