A Bola reports that Benfica has made a contract renewal proposal to central defender Tomás Araújo, even though he is already under contract until June 30, 2029. The report states the offer is for approximately €1.7 million net per season and could be increased to approach €2 million net per year. It also mentions that Benfica initiated the process with figures much higher than those previously proposed to António Silva. The club considers Tomás Araújo to be very important, and he is set to be one of the team captains this season.

Tomás Araújo and Benfica announced the renewal of the contract until 2029, extending the contract by one more year. The release clause remains at €80 million.