Benfica still searching for left back

Benfica are still searching for a replacement for departed starting left back Alex Grimaldo for next season and the club has already been linked with a variety of left backs from around Europe but have yet to finalize a deal with any and are set to open camp this way unless a move is completed over the next few days.

Benfica have already been linked this summer with Atletico Madrid left back Renan Lodi, Sassuolo left back Rogerio and Twente left back Gijs Smal. The club currently has one left back Mihailo Ristic on their main squad outside of youngsters from their academy. 

The club would be wise to add a seasoned left back before the start of camp to integrate with the squad as it prepares to defend its league crown next season.