Gianluca Prestianni sends a clear message to Benfica chiefs | OneFootball

Gianluca Prestianni - who 'involved' Otamendi in a minor controversy - is currently enjoying a period of great prominence while playing for the Argentine national team at the U-20 World Cup. The young Benfica winger was named man of the match in the 2-0 victory over Mexico, and is one of the main weapons of the squad led by Javier Mascherano.

Although he has not yet secured a prominent role under José Mourinho, the talent and confidence displayed by Gianluca Prestianni in this tournament reinforce the idea that the Argentine may have more opportunities in the first team when he returns to the Eagles.

At Benfica, the winger's strong performances are being followed with excitement. The technical staff believes that the U-20 World Cup could be the turning point in the player's adaptation to European football. José Mourinho appreciates Prestianni's creativity and offensive boldness.

Arriving at Benfica at the start of 2024 from Vélez Sarsfield, Gianluca Prestianni is considered one of the great promises of South American football. Now, with the brilliance he has shown at the U-20 World Cup, the youngster finally seems ready to take the leap and convince José Mourinho that he deserves more minutes wearing the Sacred Mantle.

This season, wearing the Benfica jersey, Gianluca Prestianni – valued at 8 million euros – has played in nine matches: five in Liga Portugal Betclic, three in the Champions League, and one in the Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira. In the 200 minutes he has spent on the pitch, the winger has scored one goal (against Tondela).

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