Belgrano 
Benfica 
- 6 September
- 100+ 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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66.2
75.9
|
Jair Cunha |
 N. Forest
|
€13.3M |
|
65.9
67.9
|
Carl Starfelt |
 Celta
|
€2M |
|
65.1
69.7
|
Robin Hranac |
 Hoffenheim
|
€1.5M |
|
65.1
65.2
|
Brendan Chardonnet |
 Brest
|
€2.1M |
|
65.1
65.1
|
Maximilian Kilman |
 West Ham
|
€16.3M |
|
65.0
65.5
|
Youssouf Ndayishimiye |
 Nice
|
€6.1M |
|
65.0
65.0
|
Alberto Dossena |
 Como
|
€3.7M |
|
64.9
70.0
|
Mattia Viti |
 Sampdoria
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€2.1M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Willock | 13-08-2026 | Report | |
| Joey Veerman | 05-08-2026 | Report | |
| Josip Sutalo | 27-07-2026 | Report | |
| Souza | 27-07-2026 | Report | |
| João Palhinha | 13-07-2026 | Report | |
| Isac Lidberg | 06-05-2026 | Report | |
| Bernardo Silva | 13-04-2026 | Report | |
| Wout Weghorst | 10-04-2026 | 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.
