• Premier League

Benfica lose patience with Chelsea over Luiz deal

ESPN staff
January 28, 2011
David Luiz looks to be staying at Benfica © PA Photos
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Chelsea's attempt to sign Benfica defender David Luiz appear to be dead in the water after the Portuguese club revealed they have called off talks with the Premier League champions.

The clubs have been locked in negotiations for the past week, with the Portuguese club rejecting three bids from the Blues, and now Benfica have closed negotiations, according to a statement.

"Negotiations between Benfica and Chelsea FC, with a view to the possible transfer of David Luiz, were concluded today without the parties reaching an agreement.

"Benfica is happy to keep a player with the quality and morality of David Luiz. Contrary to what some reports have suggested in recent days, David Luiz never tried to force a move, he is a model professional, and worthy of the shirt."

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