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FC Porto has completed the signing of 19-year-old Italo-Brazilian right-back Emanuel Benjamín from Real Madrid on a three-year contract with two additional option years, according to an official club announcement. The defender, who was presented on a Tuesday evening and assigned the number 80 jersey, will initially integrate into the club’s B squad.
Transfer Structure and Real Madrid Agreement
According to FC Porto’s official statement, the club paid no fixed transfer fee to Real Madrid. The Spanish giants retained 40 percent of the player’s economic rights, leaving Porto with the remaining 60 percent. Real Madrid also secured a right of first refusal on any future offers Porto receives for Benjamín. The Portuguese club confirmed it will assume responsibility for the solidarity mechanism while incurring no intermediary service charges.
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Under the terms of the agreement between the two clubs, Real Madrid could receive up to 750,000 euros in performance-based bonuses tied to Benjamín achieving specific sporting objectives with FC Porto’s main team. The deal bridges youth development with potential future incentives for the Spanish side.
Did you know?
Emanuel Benjamín was assigned the number 80 shirt upon his presentation at FC Porto and will start his journey with the club’s B team.
Background and International Career
Born on July 14, 2007, in Blumenau in the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina, Benjamín moved to Spain with his family at the age of 11, according to biographical records. Before joining Real Madrid in 2022, he played for AD Complutense, Rayo Vallecano, and Getafe. Initially deployed further up the pitch during his early footballing steps, he transitioned to the right-back position during his time at Getafe.
Within Real Madrid’s youth academy, Benjamín progressed through multiple age groups. He signed his first professional contract in March 2023 upon turning 16, and subsequently renewed his deal for three seasons in August 2024 while earning a promotion to Real Madrid C. Despite his Brazilian birth, he represents Italy internationally through family lineage. In 2024, he won the UEFA European Under-17 Championship with the Italian youth selection, cementing his reputation as a standout right-back, and later represented Italy at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What position does Emanuel Benjamín play?
Emanuel Benjamín plays as a right-back, having transitioned to the defensive position during his spell at Getafe after starting his career further up the pitch.
Which teams did Emanuel Benjamín play for before joining FC Porto?
Before joining Porto from Real Madrid, Benjamín played for AD Complutense, Rayo Vallecano, Getafe, and various youth categories within Real Madrid’s academy system up to Real Madrid C.
What are the financial terms of the transfer between Real Madrid and FC Porto?
According to FC Porto, no fixed transfer fee was paid. Real Madrid retained 40 percent of the player’s economic rights, a right of first refusal on future sales, and a potential 750,000 euros in performance bonuses linked to the player reaching Porto’s main team.