Chelsea and Liverpool battle for Benfica wonderkid as European interest in £30m defender intensifies
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Premier League rivals Chelsea and Liverpool are leading the chase to sign highly-rated Benfica right-back Daniel Banjaqui after his rapid rise through the Portuguese club's academy ranks. The 18-year-old defender could be available for an initial fee of around £30 million as elite sides across Europe monitor his progress.
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