Official! Benfica sign striker from Braga | OneFootball

It’s official. Benfica have secured the signing of Duarte Melo, a striker just 14 years old, who arrives at the Club from Braga. The young forward is preparing to join the Eagles’ academy setup after three seasons with the Minho side.

The player will join the Under-15s, as part of the Eagles’ commitment to a player who stood out for his attacking output last season. In 2025/26, playing for Braga’s youth side, the young striker featured in 23 matches and scored 12 goals.

The move to the Luz therefore represents another step in a journey that began closely linked to the red world. Before moving to Braga, he took his first steps in football at the Benfica Football School in Braga, in partnership with the club’s partner Evolution Soccer Academy.

The forward now returns to the red world to continue his development in the youth ranks. At 14 years old, Duarte Melo is another of the Eagles’ young bets for the future, after a season in which he showed particular efficiency in front of goal.

Benfica, therefore, continue to invest heavily in youth development. Recently, the midfielder, just 14 years old, signed a youth contract with Benfica, strengthening his connection to a Club he has represented throughout his short career.

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