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Victor Lindelof shows just why Manchester United are ready to spend £42million with impressive stats in Benfica’s 2-0 win over Rio Ave

Swede produced commanding display in what could be his final appearance for Portuguese champions ahead of Prem move

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VICTOR LINDELOF played what could be his last game for Benfica last night — and produced some impressive numbers.

The Swedish defender is on the brink of completing a £42million move to Manchester United move in January.

Victor Lindelof in action during Benfica's 2-0 victory over Rio Ave in the league
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Victor Lindelof in action during Benfica's 2-0 victory over Rio Ave in the leagueCredit: Getty Images

And he proved just why Jose Mourinho is willing to splash out so much with a commanding display in Benfica’s 2-0 victory over Rio Ave.

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Lindelof finished the match with a 100 per cent of tackles won — and also won every single aerial dual.

One of the 22-year-old’s best attributes is his ability with the ball at his feet.

And he showed his worth with a fantastic 93 per cent pass accuracy.

Victor Lindelof produced impressive numbers in what could be final Benfica match
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Victor Lindelof produced impressive numbers in what could be final Benfica matchCredit: Getty Images

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Victor Lindelof has been hailed for his abilities with the ball at his feet
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Victor Lindelof has been hailed for his abilities with the ball at his feetCredit: Getty Images

While his four interceptions and two clearances went some way to ensure Benfica kept a clean sheet and restored their four-point lead over Porto in the Primeira Liga summit.

Despite instilling some recent defensive solidity to United, Mourinho is still keen on reinforcing his backline.

Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo have come in recent games and have impressed.

Victor Lindelof's game by numbers

100per cent tackles won

100 per cent aerial duels won

93 per cent pass accuracy

Four interceptions

Two clearances

Benfica beat Rio Ave 2-0 to extend their lead to four points over Porto in league
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Benfica beat Rio Ave 2-0 to extend their lead to four points over Porto in leagueCredit: Getty Images
Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo have impressed in central defence in recent games
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Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo have impressed in central defence in recent gamesCredit: Reuters

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been full of praise for fellow countryman, Victor Lindelof
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Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been full of praise for fellow countryman, Victor LindelofCredit: PA:Press Association

While Eric Bailly — who is currently sidelined with injury — is another first-choice centre-back.

But there are huge question marks over the futures of Chris Smalling and Daley Blind.

At 22, Lindelof is seen as an investment for the future and has been highly praised by the likes of fellow countryman, Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

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