Mourinho, Farioli faces selection doubt for Porto v Benfica | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli faces some headaches before the Classic. According to reports, the Porto coach is still uncertain whether or not to play Diogo Costa against Benfica, as the goalkeeper's physical condition has raised some concerns.

According to the newspaper Record, the situation of the Portuguese international is not serious, but it is also not minor, which leads the Italian coach to carefully manage Diogo Costa, who, according to the same source, was left out of the friendly against Farense during the training camp in the Algarve to avoid complications.

Truth be told, the undisputed starter of the blue and white goal, since the injury suffered in the match against AVS SAD, has been subject to meticulous management. Although recovered from the problem, the Porto captain has been showing some complaints, which leaves the coach and the medical department apprehensive.

However, given Diogo Costa's situation, the Italian coach already has a plan in place. Cláudio Ramos, the usual cup goalkeeper, is prepared for the possibility of replacing the Portuguese international in the match against Benfica. On the other hand, Zaidu will not face the eagles, as the Nigerian national team secured a place in the semi-finals of the CAN, where they will face Morocco on January 14, the date of the Classic.

It is worth noting that, on Benfica's side, the situation is also not easy for José Mourinho. Deprived of several important players, such as Nicolás Otamendi and Enzo Barrenechea, the Special One is looking for new solutions, including choosing a new captain.

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