January could see Benfica and Sporting lose key prospects on the Segunda Circular

Both Benfica and Sporting risk losing prized assets in the January transfer window, with Portuguese right‑back Daniel Banjaqui and Spanish defender Iván Fresneda linked to moves away from the Portuguese capital.

Young talents on the radar

Banjaqui, an 18‑year‑old academy graduate, has attracted interest from Chelsea, while Fresneda, 22, is being linked with Barcelona as the Catalan club seeks a replacement for Jules Koundé.

The Portuguese full‑back has featured for Benfica’s first team and is contracted until 2029, giving the club a long‑term hold on the prospect.

Fresneda has made ten appearances for Sporting, scoring once, and his deal runs until 2028, meaning any sale would require a negotiated transfer.

Potential replacements

Should either player depart, Benfica could turn to Alexander Bah as a backup, whereas Sporting have Georgios Vagiannidis ready to step into the starting XI, with Salvador Blopa waiting for a possible promotion.

Both clubs are aware that other clubs may approach their players in January, and any departure would force them back onto the market to find suitable replacements.