Official! Benfica agree deal with Capucho | OneFootball

It’s official. Benfica continue to place a strong emphasis on youth development and have secured the future of João Capucho, who has renewed his contract with the Lisbon club. The 19-year-old left-back thus extends his long-standing connection with the Eagles, now entering his 13th consecutive season in Benfica’s service.

A product of the academy, the wide defender has never represented any other club. Over the years, he has steadily developed within the club’s structure, winning important titles such as the national U17 championship in 2023/24 and the U19 championship in 2024/25.

Speaking to BTV, the young defender did not hide his emotion over the renewal and was keen to underline the significance of the moment: “For me, it is a source of pride, joy and gratitude to the club for the trust placed in me. Now it’s about defending the club’s colours and giving my all”, he said.

João Capucho also highlighted his strong emotional bond with Benfica, admitting that it has been his big dream since childhood: “It has always been a dream of mine to play here, especially for all this time. I hope I can stay here for as long as possible. I arrived as a child, and now I’m already a young man, at 19. I have grown in every way, professionally and personally, and I can only thank the club,” he said.

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