Benfica to extend deals with two top talents until 2031 | OneFootball

Anísio Cabral and José Neto are very close to extending their contract with Benfica until 2031. Agreements with the club’s management are practically finalized, with only the formalization remaining, which will happen after both players turn 18. The forward will come of age on the 15th of this month, while the left-back celebrates his birthday on April 19.

There is yet another well-advanced case regarding Seixal’s young talents. Daniel Banjaqui and the club’s management are also close to reaching an agreement, reinforcing the Club’s strategy to secure the talents who have recently emerged.

The administration led by Rui Costa aims to ensure the continuity of the nine players developed at Seixal who won the U-17 World Cup for Portugal last November in Qatar. Within this group, Anísio Cabral, José Neto, and Banjaqui have always been seen as priorities, especially since they have already been introduced to the first team.

José Mourinho – who was praised by João Malheiro – has played a decisive role in these processes. Beyond financial terms, the young players wanted assurances that they are part of the sporting project, not only in the short term but also in the medium and long term. Their regular integration into first-team training has strengthened the belief that the right path is being followed.

The focus on youth is becoming increasingly evident. Anísio Cabral has been making his mark in attack, earning minutes and responding effectively whenever called upon, while Daniel Banjaqui has already taken on a more regular role as an option for the right side of defense. José Neto, meanwhile, has seen more limited use, but he remains one of the hopes for the future.

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