Monday, 29th September, 2014
A number of European clubs are keeping a close watch on the progress of Benfica starlet Talisca, with Chelsea amongst them.
The Blues were interested in Talisca before he joined Benfica, who successfully pushed a deal with Brazilian club Bahia over the line for the midfielder.
Interest from Chelsea has not died however and according to Portuguese daily Record, the Blues are just one of a number of Europe's elite who are alive to the 20-year-old's talents.
Benfica have slapped a release clause of €45m in Talisca's contract at the Estadio da Luz in an attempt to retain control of his destiny.
The Portuguese giants paid €4m to snap up the attacking midfielder earlier this summer, instantly slotting the Brazilian into their first team.
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The 20-year-old has so far scored three goals in five Primeira Liga appearances for the Eagles, while also being blooded in the Champions League from the bench.
Talisca has represented Brazil at Under-20 level on two occasions.
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