Breaking news! Forward out for Marco Silva before Aarhus - Benfica | OneFootball

Benfica held their final training session this Wednesday in preparation for the clash against Aarhus, in the second leg of the play-off for a place in the Europa League league phase. However, the workout session held in Seixal was marked by an important absence for coach Marco Silva.

was absent from the pitch and worked only in the gym, a situation that all but rules out his involvement in this Thursday’s match. In addition to the Colombian international, the Portuguese coach was also unable to count on youngsters Jaden Umeh and Daniel Banjaqui during the Eagles’ training session.

On the other hand, the integration of Alessandro Circati is the positive note in the Eagles’ preparations. The Australian centre-back has been working with the rest of the squad since last Friday, showing very encouraging fitness levels that made it possible to secure the player’s inclusion on the squad list sent to the European governing body.

As for arrivals, the day is also marked by the conclusion of the process involving João Palhinha. The Portugal international arrives from Bayern Munich to sign a deal valid until 2030, with the possibility of carrying out an individual training session later this afternoon at the Clube da Luz training centre.

. The Eagles are looking to seal European qualification after gaining the advantage in the first meeting played on home soil.

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