Tomas Tavares and Jota head to Spain, Alfa Semedo returns to England

Tomas Tavares has completed a move to the Spanish La Liga, while talented winger Jota is expected to follow in the coming 24 hours. Alfa Semedo, meanwhile, has then made a return to England as Benfica look to loan out some of their fringe players.

Tavares, who garnered much Champions League experience last campaign for Benfica, will be facing a relegation battle in Spain, joining Deportivo Alaves on a season-long loan.

Another Benfica player has also moved out on loan, with Alfa Semedo, who spent last campaign at Nottingham Forest, officially completing his widely anticipated move to another English Championship side in Reading - where he could be joined by further Benfica players in the future. Reading have the option to make the deal permanent.

Jota, meanwhile, who has long been seen as one of the most promising players to come through the Benfica academy, is also expected to move across the border, though the destination remains unknown.