Deal done! Nélson Veríssimo and Benfica agree terms | OneFootball

It’s a done deal. Nélson Veríssimo will continue to lead Benfica’s B team, having renewed his contract for two more seasons. The 49-year-old coach, whose deal was set to expire at the end of the season, reached an agreement with the Eagles.

With the arrival of Marco Silva, the club’s structure also moved forward with defining those responsible for the levels immediately below. In that context, he retains the board’s confidence and will continue to play an important role in the link between the academy and professional football, according to the newspaper 'O Jogo'.

A meeting between Nélson Veríssimo and Marco Silva is also scheduled for July, when the B team will return to work. The meeting will serve to align strategies and strengthen coordination between the two teams, at a time when the main squad will already be involved in the Europa League qualifying rounds.

The coach’s stay represents another chapter in a long connection with Benfica. Developed at the Club as a player, he is preparing to begin his 14th season as part of an Eagles coaching staff. Over the years, he has held various roles at Seixal, including spells with the first team and the B team, interrupted only by an experience at Estoril.

In addition to Nélson Veríssimo’s renewal, ., reinforcing the Club’s commitment to continuity and the development of its young talents.

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