Rafa said goodbye to Benfica and the fans and offered Kockçu the domains of a number ten. Without the heavyweights on the field, he took more leadership as a playmaker and as a nuclear stone in leading the attack.

Rafa's contract with Benfica ends this season and he will not renew it.

Rafa played his last game for Benfica at Estádio da Luz this Sunday, and he did it in the way he knows best: with two goals, one assist and the Man of the Match award.

Rafa has decided not to sign a new contract with the club he has been a member of for the last eight years and will leave Benfica as a free agent at the end of the season. There is talk of MLS and Saudi Arabia, but surely some clubs from a little 'more serious' leagues will also keep an eye on him.

Rafa is leaving Benfica. There was an ovation for him during the farewell at Luz.

Rafa has decided not to score penalties in his last game for Benfica. He is known for being good at scoring penalties during practice, but chose not to during his last game. The club and fans had asked him to do so, but he wanted to score in a 'normal' way.

Rafa is in the process of leaving Benfica after eight seasons, during which he became a reference for the club. The destination of his transfer is not mentioned in the article.

Rafa's last game at Estádio da Luz confirmed. This season was expected to be his last with Benfica. The confirmation came this week. The player has had a great season, as per his numbers. The coach respects his decision to have a new focus for the rest of his career.

Rafa announced his departure from Benfica at the end of the season. He will play his last game at Estádio da Luz against Arouca.

Rafa is leaving Benfica after almost eight years. His contract is ending and no announcement of renewal has been made by the involved parties.

Rafa's departure from Benfica is confirmed, but will not require a replacement. If the coach continues, he will bet on the Turkish international in a more advanced position on the field, more suited to the major qualities of the reinforcement that cost €25 million.

Rafa, the current best scorer of the team, is expected to leave Benfica in the summer. His decision to leave was made a long time ago, as reported in December, after the player's outburst in a flash interview: 'It's a pleasure to play here, I want to thank my teammates, it's with them that I want to share all the moments and that's what I'm going to miss.' His destination is expected to be the Middle East.

Rafa's contract with Benfica ends at the end of the season

Rafa, currently at the end of his contract with Benfica, has received economically attractive offers from Saudi Arabia, making it a strong possibility for his next destination.

Rafa, currently at the end of his contract with Benfica, has received economically attractive offers from Qatar, making it a strong possibility for his next destination.

Rafa, currently at the end of his contract with Benfica, is of interest to Estugarda, the current third-place team in Bundesliga. According to German media, Estugarda is considering Rafa as a cost-free acquisition. Fabian Wohlgemuth, sports director of Estugarda, is reportedly considering a move for the experienced Portuguese forward.

Rafa's continuity at Benfica is a hot topic of discussion. If his departure at the end of the season is confirmed, Benfica may lose a significant offensive reference.