Belgrano 
Benfica 
- 21 July
- 3K+ views
CONFIRMED: Cristian Lema signs for Benfica.
Cristian Lema has officially moved from Belgrano to Benfica. With this transfer, we can officially close the transfer rumour report.
CONFIRMED: Cristian Lema signs for Benfica
Closed
Rumour report
(Latest update: )Momentum is building for Cristian Lema's transfer to Benfica, as reports suggest a 66% probability of the deal moving forward. Here is why.
- Benfica has a great talent in the current squad who plays in the same position as Cristian Lema.
- Benfica has often bought players who are approximately the same age as the current age of Cristian Lema (36).
- Benfica has often bought players whose potential (FT Skill) is comparable to the potential of Cristian Lema.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few direct competitors for position (Morato (Defender, BRA), Nicolás Otamendi)
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
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Comparable quality to previously attracted players
Cons
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Potential star player in position on team (Morato (Defender, BRA), Nicolás Otamendi)
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Key player as direct competitor (Morato (Defender, BRA), Nicolás Otamendi)
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Many competitors with higher Potential (Morato (Defender, BRA), Tomás Araújo)
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Some better competitors for position (Morato (Defender, BRA), Nicolás Otamendi)
Alternatives of Benfica
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
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66.1
67.2
|
Youssouf Ndayishimiye |
 Nice
|
€8.4M |
|
66.1
66.6
|
Clinton Mata |
 Lyon
|
€2M |
|
66.0
67.0
|
Rasmus Nicolaisen |
 Toulouse
|
€3.2M |
|
66.0
66.0
|
Jordan Lefort |
 Angers
|
€1.3M |
|
65.9
75.0
|
Jair Cunha |
 N. Forest
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€16.4M |
|
65.8
70.3
|
Robin Hranac |
 Hoffenheim
|
€2.4M |
|
65.8
70.2
|
Bamo Meité |
 Marseille
|
€5.5M |
|
65.7
66.5
|
Fabrício Bruno |
 Cruzeiro
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€12.1M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| João Palhinha | 13-07-2026 | Report | |
| Isac Lidberg | 06-05-2026 | Report | |
| Bernardo Silva | 13-04-2026 | Report | |
| Wout Weghorst | 10-04-2026 | Report | |
| Stije Resink | 23-01-2026 | Report | |
| Anis Hadj Moussa | 19-01-2026 | Report | |
| Joris Chotard | 18-08-2024 | Report | |
| Vangelis Pavlidis | 10-06-2024 | Report |
Cristian Lema
D (C)
Skill: 63.3
Pot: 63.3
Team
Contracted Until
31 Dec 25
ETV
€0.5M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€0.4M – €0.6M
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Who is Cristian Lema?
Cristian Lema (ARG) is a a stopper. Cristian Lema is 36 years old (1990/03/24) and he is 191cm tall. His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 2. Cristian Lema has also been used as a ball playing defender and as a ball winning defender.
Cristian Lema's current transfer value is between €0.4M and €0.6M. His last transfer was from Lanus to Boca in 2024. Boca paid Lanus €0.5M for Cristian Lema.
Cristian Lema latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
