Jaden Umeh to sign new Benfica deal with Rui Costa involved | OneFootball

Jaden Umeh will sign a new Benfica contract in the coming weeks, according to Glorioso 1904. The 18-year-old Irish winger will put pen to paper, with Rui Costa involved.

Umeh was one of Marco Silva’s selections for pre-season, capitalising on the absence of several internationals during the World Cup period. His displays impressed the coaching staff before a setback halted his momentum.

He suffered an injury in a friendly against Flamengo. Initial hopes of a minor issue faded after tests showed a more delicate problem, and he is due back in mid October.

Even so, the club’s plan for him has not changed, and they remain intent on keeping one of their leading academy prospects. He has yet to play an official minute in 2026/27.

In 2025/26 he made 36 youth appearances, 13 in the Liga Next Gen, 13 in the Juniores league, nine in the UEFA Youth League and one in the Premier League International Cup. Across 2,695 minutes he registered 15 goals and five assists, and he is valued at €800,000.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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