Manchester United and Liverpool have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of wonderkid Joao Felix.
Benfica president Luis Felipe Vieira has provided an update on the future of the in-demand teenager, who is wanted by European giants including Real Madrid and Juventus after his stunning breakthrough.
Felix has been dubbed the "next Cristiano Ronaldo " with Vieira talking up the comparison as he hailed his prized asset.
The only question mark surrounding a move away from Portugal has been the huge €120 million release clause in his contract putting off potential suitors.
Yet Vieira revealed that figure is soon set to increase as they aim to keep Felix for the time being and protect the value of their assets.
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"I am happy that all of Europe is talking about Benfica's talents," Vieira told Tuttosport.
"Now it is clear that our project of betting on young players is bearing the desired results.
"Joao Felix the next Ronaldo? There is only one sure thing: Felix is one of the best talents produced by Portuguese footballer since Ronaldo.
"Juventus' and Real Madrid's interest in him? Ask them.
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"At this moment we are not interested in selling him and soon we will increase the release clause in his contract.
"Joao has an incredible technique, he is fast and also very intelligent. He is a good person, he shows that he has important values that make me very proud."
Manchester United have also been linked with a move for Ruben Dias as part of a huge double swoop.
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But Vieira has hailed the defender as their future captain and refused to get drawn in to discussion about him leaving.
"Ruben Dias? It is neither the time nor the right occasion to talk about these things," he stated.
"We will see in the future. Ruben is 21 and he is one of the best in the world in his role.
"He will have a brilliant career and I would like him to become our captain in the coming years."
