Article by Daniel Grigore – published Thursday, May 15, 2025 21:10 / Updated Thursday, May 15, 2025 21:11
Angel Di Maria (37) has reached an agreement with Benfica to play at the World Club Championship. The striker's contract expires on June 30, but according to the new FIFA rules will be extended to allow you to participate in the tournament that will take place between June 14 and July 13 in the United States.
Rui Costa, the president of the club, has expressed since December, after the draw of the World Club Championship, the desire to count Di Maria in the tournament. And that's exactly what will happen.
The 37 -year -old player will remain under contract until Benfică's exit from the competition, although the initial understanding was due on June 30. FIFA has offered clubs the possibility of short-term extensions, so as to cover the world competition.
Angel Di Maria stays at Benfica for the World Club Championship. Then to Argentina?
Di Maria's participation in the World Club Championship is guaranteed by Benfica no matter what he will choose for his future, that is, the result of the discussions with Rui Costa regarding the possibility of renewing the contract.
According to Abola.pt, Angel Di Maria considers several variants, including a return to Rosario Central. Benfica is also preparing for a possible separation from the Argentine extreme, but everything will be clarified in the decisive discussion with Rui Costa.
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