Sport Lisboa e Benfica met with the American investors group Entrepreneur Equity Partners, who reached an agreement with José António dos Santos, known as 'King of Chickens', to purchase a 16.38% stake in the SAD. The management of the club led by Rui Costa states that they requested additional information, particularly regarding potentially competitive and strategic aspects, and that they will make a decision soon about the entry of the American fund into the SAD's capital. The sale of the batch of shares, divided between an individual participation and a set of shares belonging to the Grupo Valouro, which José António dos Santos chairs, is expected to be concluded by the end of July 2026. The value for the sale of the 3,767,400 shares was not disclosed to the market, but it is believed to have been closed around 12 euros, potentially yielding more than 45 million euros to the 'King of Chickens'. With the sale, José António dos Santos will leave the position of second-largest shareholder of the SAD to the American fund, following the entities of Benfica itself. The Entrepreneur Equity Partners fund, based in the American state of Delaware, is linked to Francesca Bodie, former director of operations of the Oak View Group, which manages several sports venues in the US, and Gregory L. Williams, CEO and 'chairman' of Acrisure, a fintech also with interests in the sports area. The Lenore Sports Partners, another US fund, also reportedly showed interest in acquiring the 'King of Chickens' stake. Sport Lisboa e Benfica guarantees that it will assert all the rights that assist it, in defense of the superior interests of the club, reserving a final decision on this matter for soon. The entry of a new reference shareholder in the SAD may have significant implications for the club and its fans, who await with expectation the club's decision on the sale of the shares. Sport Lisboa e Benfica is one of the most emblematic clubs in Portuguese football, with a rich history and a dedicated fan base. The club's management is committed to making decisions that benefit the club and its fans, and the sale of the shares is a significant development in this regard. The American fund's investment in the SAD is a testament to the club's appeal and potential for growth, and the club's fans will be watching with interest to see how this development unfolds.