Portuguese giants Benfica have submitted a formal €20 million offer to Tottenham Hotspur for the services of 20-year-old left-back Souza, according to Diario do Peixe.
The Primeira Liga giants are keen to test Spurs’ resolve just months after the youngster arrived in North London, as they look to bolster their wide defensive options.
As Aguias view Souza’s combination of explosive pace, press-resistant ball-carrying, and attacking overlap as a perfect tactical fit for their high-intensity system.
The Brazilian joined Tottenham from Santos for €15 million during the January transfer window, signing a long-term contract through June 2031.
Brought in to provide depth and high-upside competition alongside Destiny Udogie, the former Brazil U-17 international made just two starts and four appearances in total during the 2025/26 Premier League campaign.
However, with Roberto De Zerbi undertaking a comprehensive tactical overhaul of Tottenham’s squad ahead of the new season, Benfica believe there is an opportunity to lure the defender to Portugal.
Benfica’s proposal offers Tottenham an immediate profit on their winter investment, while guaranteeing Souza a clearer pathway to first-team minutes and European football.
For Tottenham, the offer presents a dilemma. While the Spurs recruitment team value Souza’s long-term potential, the club’s ongoing summer overhaul under De Zerbi requires careful capital allocation across multiple positions.
Negotiations between Benfica and Spurs are expected to continue, with Tottenham carefully weighing whether to retain the young Brazilian as key depth or sanction a lucrative sale to fund incoming transfer priorities.