Benfica midfielder 'disappears' and post has everyone talking | OneFootball

Benfica had a few days off during the international break, and coach José Mourinho gave time off to the players who remained at the club. The break served to recharge batteries before the return to competition. Among the players who took advantage of the rest was Enzo Barrenechea.

The midfielder chose to spend the weekend with his family. On social media, he shared images accompanied by an emotional message. The player wrote that those days were exactly "what he needed". The post quickly sparked reactions from the fans. Many highlighted the importance of rest at a demanding stage of the season.

Enzo Barrenechea has been going through a period of reduced prominence in 2026. A right shoulder injury, suffered in January, affected his continuity. Since then, the midfielder has lost ground in Benfica’s midfield, although he played as a centre-back against Vitória de Guimarães.

The Argentine also took the opportunity to visit Valencia, where he played last season. His presence in the city did not go unnoticed by the "Los Che" supporters. On social media, several Spanish fans called for the South American player’s return.

This season, wearing the Benfica shirt, Enzo Barrenechea — valued at €15 million — has made 39 appearances: 22 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 13 in the Champions League, two in the Portuguese Cup, one in the League Cup and one in the Super Cup. In the 2,840 minutes he has been on the pitch, the Argentine has recorded two goals and one assist.

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