"The 2.5 million loan arrangement includes an obligation for Benfica to complete the transfer for 12 million should specific performance-related conditions be fulfilled. Enzo Barrenechea has done well so far Barrenechea's move from Villa to Benfica was officially announced in July 2025, with the 24-year-old Argentine arriving on a season-long loan for 3 million. The contract features a mandatory buy clause worth 12 million, which will be triggered if Barrenechea makes 15 appearances for Benfica this season, as per reports via SportWitness."
"The midfielder does not have a future at Aston Villa, and he will look to sort out a permanent exit from the club soon. Joining Benfica permanently would be ideal for him. It is clear that they value him, and he will get regular opportunities with them. The player is young enough to improve further, and he needs to play regularly in order to continue his development."
Enzo Barrenechea joined Benfica on a season-long loan from Aston Villa in July 2025. The loan fee is reported as 2.5–3 million and includes a mandatory buy clause of 12 million triggered after 15 appearances. Villa retain a 30% share of any profit from a future sale by Benfica, capped at 10 million. Barrenechea has started eight matches for Benfica and needs seven more appearances to trigger the clause. Aston Villa do not view him as part of their long-term plans and expect to reinvest any transfer proceeds. Benfica are giving him regular first-team minutes for development.
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