Mourinho has reasons to smile on the eve of Porto v Benfica | OneFootball

Benfica remains attentive to the transfer market in search of a winger, but may find a solution within its own ranks. Bruma is back in training and looking to make up for lost time, emerging as a potential internal reinforcement for the second half of the season. A video released by the Eagles confirmed that the Portuguese international is already training with the group.

The winger’s recovery is an encouraging sign for the coaching staff led by José Mourinho. In the training session shared by the club, Bruma is seen performing speed and sprint exercises alongside his teammates, showing confidence and ambition. The player wants to prove that he can still be a valid option in a demanding squad with high ambitions.

The number 27 suffered a complete rupture of his left Achilles tendon on July 26, during the Eusébio Cup against Fenerbahçe. Since then, he has faced a long recovery process, which is not yet fully complete. Despite visible progress, Bruma will need to regain his best physical condition before he can compete at the highest level.

Although he will not be available for this Wednesday’s classic against Porto, the winger still hopes to contribute in the decisive phase of the season. Registered by Benfica in September, Bruma still dreams of appearing in the Champions League, including a possible clash against Real Madrid in the final matchday of the group stage, scheduled for January 28 at 8:00 pm.

Signed from Sp. Braga for 6.5 million euros in the 2024/25 winter window, Bruma – valued at 5 million euros – is 31 years old and has so far played 12 official matches for Benfica. During this period, he scored one goal and accumulated minutes mainly as a rotation option, numbers he hopes to improve if he can fully establish himself after returning from injury.

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