Bernardo Alegra on José Mourinho’s impact at Benfica | OneFootball

Bernardo Alegra does not believe that José Mourinho has had the desired impact. In this Exclusive Glorioso 1904, the Director of our Newspaper analyzed the work that the Special One has been doing in recent months, stating that the Portuguese has not managed to breathe new life into Benfica.

"No. Above all, he hasn't had the one impact that was most within his reach: the psychological boost", began Bernardo Alegra, in conversation with Glorioso 1904, explaining that the Special One has not left his mark. "But it is even surprising how he hasn't managed to energize the team with a different vigor. On top of that, I don't see any player performing at their best", he added, although acknowledging that Mourinho hasn't had the ideal time to prepare and train the squad properly.

Among other topics discussed, Bernardo Alegra also commented on the integration of some new signings. "It is very difficult to join a club of Benfica's stature and go through what they have already experienced, namely the change of coach in the 4th or 5th matchday", explained the Director of Glorioso 1904. "Especially Ríos and Ivanovic are far from meeting the expectations, and the Croatian, in particular, has already been sidelined by Mourinho, which doesn't bode well", Bernardo Alegra pointed out, referring to the fact that the number 9 is going through a turbulent phase.

Still on the subject of new signings, our Newspaper addressed the winter transfer market. "It seems evident to me that we lack wingers who can take on the opponent and manage to break through the deep defenses of the Portuguese league. We only have one in the squad... and he is injured until February", emphasized our Director, highlighting the need to recruit.

Finally, regarding participation in the Champions League, Bernardo Alegra was succinct in his opinion, despite the Eagles' victory in Amsterdam. "It's not impossible, but let's face it, it's very unlikely: because the matches are of a high degree of difficulty and, let's face it, Benfica plays very little. To be frank, this year we don't deserve to be at this level", he stated, affirming that the performance has been disappointing.

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