Adidas ‘to promote’ Benfica to Elite Local tier | OneFootball

Adidas ‘to promote’ Benfica to the brand’s Elite Local tier next season, according to Footy Headlines.

The upgrade would place the club in a smaller group that receives premium treatment from the German manufacturer. It also strengthens Benfica’s international positioning within the brand’s set-up.

With the new status, kits are expected to feature Climacool+, one of Adidas’s most advanced fabrics, promising greater comfort and performance. A broader product range is also anticipated.

One alternative strip could carry the classic Trefoil logo, first used in the 1970s, rather than the usual three stripes. That detail would likely please nostalgic supporters and collectors.

Benfica would join Fenerbahçe, Olympique Lyonnais and Ajax in this intermediate bracket, one step below the Elite Clubs that include Real Madrid and Manchester United.

The change could mean greater international visibility and a lifestyle focus, with casual collections and urban wear linked to the club’s identity.

Source: Glorioso 1904