Argentina's Di Maria extends Benfica deal through 2025

The 36-year-old had been in negotiations to join Rosario Central of Argentina but had a change of heart when he and his family received abuse and threats. "I am happy to stay at Benfica for one more year" to "continue to win titles," the 36-year-old told the Benfica website. Di Maria helped Argentina win the World Cup and the Copa America and has starred with Real Madrid, Manchester United, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain. He joined Benfica in 2023 and helped them to second place in the Portuguese league.