Sidny Cabral has just arrived at Benfica, but he's already turning heads | OneFootball

Sidny Cabral is, so far, the only winter signing, but he has already been making headlines. According to what has been gathered, in his first weeks with Benfica, the versatile full-back has proven to be an asset for José Mourinho and has shown great eagerness to continue growing.

As reported by the newspaper Record, the Cape Verdean player has been a tireless worker in training, eager to prove that José Mourinho can count on him. Furthermore, the same source states that Sidny Cabral is a happy man, given his current status as a Benfica player and working with the Special One.

Taking his first steps with the red and white badge, the player, who can play on both flanks and as a winger, is an important addition for José Mourinho, especially at a time when the squad has been affected by several injuries, complicating the Portuguese coach’s choices.

Presented before the opening of the winter transfer window, Sidny Cabral has been working with Benfica since the first day of January and, so far, has been a regular option for José Mourinho, who has been fielding him in the Eagles’ matches, most recently in the game against Rio Ave, where the Club of Light won 2-0.

This season, playing for both Estrela da Amadora and Benfica, Sidny Cabral – valued at 2 million euros – has featured in 20 official matches: 17 in Liga Portugal Betclic, two in the Portuguese Cup, and one in the League Cup. In the 1,507 minutes he has spent on the pitch, he has recorded five goals and three assists.

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