Benfica is one of the clubs monitoring Abner Vinícius, a 26-year-old Brazilian left-back for Lyon. The French club is open to a potential transfer, considering the player negotiable. Abner Vinícius, who has a contract until 2029, transferred to Lyon from Betis in 2024 for €8 million and is now valued at €10 million. The Lisbon club had previously observed the player in 2023 while he was at Athletico Paranaense, before his move to Betis. The defender has been capped four times by Brazil. During the 2025/2026 Ligue 1 season, Abner made 26 appearances, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists.