Benfica receives 3 million from the transfer of Gonçalo Ramos to Milan.

The unexpected business of Gonçalo Ramos is about to bring yet another jackpot to Benfica, even a year after the forward’s departure to PSG. The imminent transfer of the Portuguese international to Milan, for amounts exceeding 70 million euros, will inject more millions into the coffers at Luz thanks to FIFA’s solidarity mechanism, proving that investment in youth development continues to be a golden asset for the Reds.

Gonçalo Ramos, who was trained at Seixal and transferred to Paris Saint-Germain in the summer of 2023, is now preparing to swap the French capital for Milan, in a move that promises to heat up the European transfer market. The Algarve forward, who had already brought in 65 million euros to Lisbon when he was sold definitively to PSG, is set to provide dividends to his beloved club once again. According to calculations from the specialized portal ‘Transfermarkt’, the transfer to Milan of Rúben Amorim is expected to yield around 3 million euros to Benfica, a figure corresponding to the years Ramos spent in the Eagles’ academy, as stipulated by FIFA’s solidarity mechanism.


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This extra funding comes at a crucial time, as the leaders at Luz seek to strengthen the squad and balance the books after a season marked by ups and downs. The financial impact is significant: in addition to increasing the flexibility in signings, it enhances Benfica’s reputation as one of the best talent nurseries in European football. For the club at Luz, each sale of a former academy player is a showcase of the work done in Seixal, a factor that attracts young talents and investors.

The context of the transfer could not be more relevant. Gonçalo Ramos is currently representing the National Team, competing in the 2026 World Cup, and will only travel to Italy to finalize all the details of his contract with Milan after the end of the tournament. This sale reignites the debate about the importance of solidarity mechanisms and investment in training, as they continue to ensure revenue even after players’ departures. For Benfica’s management, this is a clear demonstration that investing in homegrown talent not only sustains sporting value but also generates financial benefits in the medium and long term.

In recent statements, Gonçalo Ramos did not hide his satisfaction with the evolution of his career. “I feel ready for this new challenge. I leave PSG with a sense of duty fulfilled and I am excited about the possibility of playing in such a competitive league as Serie A,” said the forward after Portugal’s last game in the World Cup. Meanwhile, sources close to the Benfica management emphasized the importance of the financial gain: “It is a recognition of the work done in training. Each transfer of these players represents a reward for the club and for the professionals who helped them grow,” a Benfica official confided in the wake of the news.

With the transfer to Milan practically sealed, Benfica will be able to invest the received amount in surgical reinforcements, essential for approaching the next season with renewed ambitions, both nationally and in Europe. Furthermore, the example of Gonçalo Ramos serves as inspiration for the new generation of talents emerging from Seixal, demonstrating that the path to European elite is possible and, moreover, rewarding for all parties involved.

The next step will be the official confirmation of the transfer after the World Cup, a time when Ramos will have the opportunity to present himself to Milan’s fans and begin a new chapter in one of the most demanding leagues in the world. For Benfica, it remains an unequivocal signal that the success of its graduates, both on and off the field, continues to be a goldmine that shows no signs of running dry.

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