Press reveals Sidny Cabral’s new role at Benfica | OneFootball

Sidny Cabral arrives at Benfica to strengthen the full-back positions. According to reports, despite his versatility and offensive ability, the Cape Verdean was signed to compete with the current defenders who patrol the flanks at Clube da Luz, namely Amar Dedic and Samuel Dahl.

As reported by the newspaper Record in its Friday, December 26th edition, the number 55 from Estrela is set to be the first new face at Benfica in January, with the aim of increasing José Mourinho’s range of options for these positions.

In their view, the Benfica board, in agreement with the football structure, believes that Sidny Cabral is the ideal solution to challenge Dahl, fill the spot left by Obrador—who continues to struggle to adapt to Benfica—and serve as an alternative to Dedic, while Bah continues to recover from his injury.

Therefore, the signing of the tricolores’ player will not count as the arrival of a winger. For that position, the Eagles have a few names on the table, such as Wesley and Toni Fruk. Until then, Benfica will continue to rely on Prestianni and Schjelderup, as there are no other alternatives available.

Sidny Cabral — valued at 2 million euros — will be Benfica’s first signing when the transfer window reopens. With the deal finalized, there is a strong possibility that the player will not wear the Estrela da Amadora shirt again and, as such, he is expected to be left out of the squad for the match against Famalicão on December 28th.

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