Belletti may consider Benfica

Chelsea full-back's agent would discuss move with player

By Francisco Acedo   Last updated: 18th July 2008

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Juliano Belletti's agent has hinted that the Chelsea full-back would consider a move to Benfica.

Recent reports have suggested Portuguese side Benfica are readying a loan offer for the Brazilian, who signed for Chelsea from Barcelona last summer.

Belletti faces strong competition from Paulo Ferreira and summer signing Jose Bosingwa for a starting role at Stamford Bridge next season.

The 32-year-old has yet to receive an approach from Benfica, but his agent and brother Sandro Belletti has admitted he would talk over a potential switch if an offer was received.

He told Radio Renascenca: "So far there has been no contact. If we receive any contact from Benfica then I will speak with Juliano to see if he is interested.

"Benfica are a big club in Europe. We will wait and see if Juliano is in manager Luiz Felipe Scolari's plans."