João Rego eyes role under Marco Silva, Benfica exit possible | OneFootball

he will report for the start of pre-season with the aim of convincing Marco Silva, but the midfielder’s future remains open. The young Seixal academy graduate wants to get more minutes with the first team in 2026/27 and, for that reason, is not ruling out the possibility of leaving on loan during the summer transfer window.

After a positive first half of the season, the young Portugal international lost ground in the first team pecking order. Up to January, he featured in 13 matches for the Eagles and scored one goal in the win against Vitória de Guimarães. However, he ended up playing only a few minutes in the final stretch of the season.

Despite approaches received during the winter transfer window, João Rego remained at the Luz. The midfielder was close to joining PAOK of Greece and also held talks with Famalicão, but chose to stay at Benfica, eventually renewing his contract until 2030.

With his long-term future secured, the youngster returned to the B team to stay competitive and continue his development process. Now, the arrival of Marco Silva could represent a new opportunity for him to establish himself with Benfica’s first team.

Meanwhile, João Rego is enjoying an excellent spell with Portugal’s under-20 national team. At the Toulon Tournament, the midfielder has been one of the standout players in Oceano Cruz’s side, scoring five goals in four matches. Used in a more central position, where he feels more comfortable, the Benfica talent continues to show he has what it takes to fight for a more prominent role next season.

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