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Portuguese forward Gustavo Varela, aged 21, has officially left Benfica and signed with Italian club Monza. The transfer was confirmed on July 27, 2026, by Record Portugal. Varela will share the locker room with fellow Portuguese player Ricardo Mangas at Monza. The article also includes a sidebar of other football transfer news, including links between Benfica and a young Slovak player, Galatasaray's offer for Rafael Leão, Arsenal's interest in Vinícius Jr. and Julián Álvarez, and St. Gallen's win ahead of their Europa League match against Benfica.
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Official: Gustavo Varele Leaves Benfica, Signs for Monza
Gustavo Varela has completed his move from Benfica to Monza, making the transfer official.
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Gustavo Varele Leaves Benfica, Signs for Monza