Marco Silva praises Benfica loanee Claudio Echeverri after winning debut | OneFootball

Claudio Echeverri made an eye-catching Benfica debut in the 3-1 win over Gil Vicente, swiftly earning the approval of head coach Marco Silva.

According to Glorioso 1904, the Manchester City loanee, the club’s final summer arrival, impressed his manager after only a few minutes on the pitch.

Silva noted that Echeverri came on at a decisive stage in a role that requires taking responsibility, and he highlighted the youngster’s personality.

He added that Jhon Durán’s introduction forced a midfield reshuffle, and the Argentine adapted quickly, providing the between-the-lines creativity Benfica needed at that moment.

Those remarks come as Echeverri pushes for a starting place. His rise could complicate Georgiy Sudakov’s situation, with the Ukraine international again on the bench after also being a substitute against Moreirense.

Sudakov began the season as one of Silva’s key picks, starting the first 10 matches. A single assist and below-par form have opened the door to alternatives. Echeverri seized his debut chance, signalling that he wants more minutes and promises to fight for a bigger role.

Source: Glorioso 1904

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