Exclusive: Glorioso 1904 confirm Daniel Banjaqui’s future at Benfica | OneFootball

The contract renewal of Daniel Banjaqui with Benfica is well underway. This information, now reported by Correio da Manhã, confirms the Exclusive Glorioso 1904 published on January 7. Our site was the first to report that Rui Costa intends to secure the right-back against increasing international interest.

“Benfica is preparing the renewal of Daniel Banjaqui, a 17-year-old player whose contract ends next season. The U-17 World Champion, who has already debuted in the first team, is being monitored by Barcelona,” writes Correio da Manhã, in the edition of this Monday, January 12.

The right-back is considered one of the greatest talents developed at Seixal. Besides becoming a U-17 World Champion for Portugal, the star has already received high praise from José Mourinho. The Eagles' coach greatly appreciates the player's technical skills, seeing tremendous potential in him.

Mourinho places great hopes in the youngster

The debut in the first team happened recently against Farense, in a match for the Portuguese Cup. The player was introduced by the Setúbal-born coach in that game, leaving a good impression on the fans. It was the first step in what is expected to be a long and successful journey with the Sacred Mantle.

This season, wearing the Benfica jersey, Daniel Banjaqui - valued at 1 million euros - played 15 games: seven in the Second League, four in the Youth League, three in the Revelation League, and one in the Portuguese Cup. In the 838 minutes he was on the field, the defender, who has a contract until June 2027, scored one goal.

Check out Daniel Banjaqui's speech upon his debut for Benfica:

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