Andres Miranda, a representative of the Argentinean international, has told the Portuguese press that talks were ongoing with a host of top sides with a view to sealing a big money move for the 22-year-old.
“All the great clubs of Europe want Di María. We are talking with several clubs, but there is still nothing concrete," Miranda explained.
Di Maria’s performances over the past 18 months have attracted the attention of several of Europe’s top sides, with Premier League trio Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal all believed to be among the interested parties.
But despite his impressive form, Benfica are thought to be willing to accept a bid of €25 million for the player they signed at 19-years-old in a €6 million deal from Argentine side Rosario Central in 2007.
“I don’t know exactly what happened with my proposed transfer to Arsenal," he said in the News of the World, adding; “I was very excited about joining them but it never happened.
“From what I’ve been told, the transfer money that was supposed to appear, never appeared and just a day-and-a-half later, Benfica heard about the problem, showed interest in me and quickly hired me.
“But I am sure that Arsene Wenger would have had a lot to teach me.”
