Daniel Banjaqui’s value soars 900% to €10m, climbs into under-19 defenders’ top five | OneFootball

Daniel Banjaqui’s market value has surged to €10 million in under a year, propelling the Benfica right-back into the global elite of under-19 defenders. The 18-year-old’s rise reflects his growing impact with the first team.

According to Transfermarkt, his valuation has increased 900 percent from €1 million to €10 million following Tuesday’s market update. The update underscores the scale of his progress this year.

Banjaqui has earned Marco Silva’s trust in recent months, consolidating a place after Alexander Bah suffered an injury. The Seixal-trained full-back has made the most of his opportunities with the senior side.

The new €10 million figure doubles his previous €5 million valuation. Back in December 2025, when he debuted for the first team, he was listed at just €1 million.

The latest figures rank him fifth among under-19 defenders, level with Borussia Dortmund’s Kauã Prates on €10 million. Ahead of the Benfica youngster are Honest Ahanor on €30 million, Ruud Nijstad and Kacper Potulski on €18 million, and Tylel Tati on €15 million.

His rise highlights the continued development of Benfica’s young talents and the role he has carved out under Silva.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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