Tottenham are chasing their own Casemiro but Champions League star seems very happy

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Tottenham Hotspur want Florentino Luis but the midfielder claims he is happy with Benfica amid rumours over his future.

Benfica coasted into the last eight of the Champions League on Tuesday night as they smashed Club Brugge 5-1 in Lisbon.

Roger Schmidt’s side were already 2-0 up from the first leg so a 7-1 aggregate win is an absolute thumping.

Key to the win was midfielder Florentino, who is emerging as a real star this season.

90Min claim that Liverpool and Tottenham both scouted Florentino during Benfica’s 2-0 win over Famalicao on Friday.

It would be easy to lose focus in light of such rumours but Florentino has made it clear that his focus is on Benfica.

Speaking to A Bola, Florentino noted that he grateful to be playing for Benfica as it’s a pleasure to be in their famous red shirt.

Florentino noted that loans have helped him over the years but becoming a key player at Benfica is huge to him, making it clear that he is happy with the Portuguese giants.

“I feel good. I’m grateful to God for being here in this place,” said Florentino. “It’s a pleasure to play for Benfica. It’s the club that formed me and gave me the best conditions to be here. Loans were important for my growth and thank God I’m a key player, like everyone else,” he added.

Who is Tottenham Hotspur target Florentino Luis?

Florentino has risen through the Benfica ranks having joined way back in 2010.

Now 23, Florentino has got his career back on track having looked to losing his way a little at one point.

Schmidt has got the best out of Florentino this season and Portugal caps surely aren’t far away for the defensive midfielder.

Compared to Casemiro over in Portugal, Florentino is viewed as a real impact player in front of defence with the potential to get even better.

Tottenham appear to be in the market for Florentino, seemingly chasing their own version of Casemiro.

Florentino was outstanding on Tuesday night, racking up three tackles, two interceptions and two clearances.

Florentino is so brilliant at protecting his defence and Tottenham may well believe he can become a superstar – but they will have to convince him to make the move away from his beloved Benfica.