Confirmed: Samuel Dahl’s ex-teammate signs for Benfica, thanks | OneFootball

Signed from the Italian club Roma on the last day of the summer transfer window, Federico Coletta, an 18-year-old Italian midfielder who shared the locker room with Samuel Dahl in Roma's under-20 team, was officially presented this Thursday, September 11th, as the new reinforcement for Benfica and did not hide his happiness about the move.

"Thank you very much for the opportunity to come to Benfica. For me, it is a source of pride to join one of the biggest clubs in Portugal and Europe. I am here to give my best, I am at the disposal of this great club and I hope to achieve the highest possible goals," he stated, showing himself well-informed about his new reality.

"Benfica is a club that works very well with young players, giving them a lot of attention and conditions. Just look at the history of this institution with the young players who have been launched throughout Europe and the world," added the Italian international, introducing himself to the fans. "I am a midfielder who can help the team, especially in the offensive part, in attack, but I also defend if necessary. I always give everything to help the team," he emphasized.

In terms of goals to achieve with the eagle on his chest, Federico Coletta was straightforward and wants to succeed at the Club of Light: "Win as much as possible and have fun with my teammates. I mainly want to grow, give my best for the Club, while having fun," concluded the Italian.

In 2024/2025, he played 38 games and scored 14 goals for Roma's Under-20 team, becoming Italian Youth Champion twice (2022/23 and 2023/24). An international for Italy's youth teams, from Under-15 to Under-19, in recent days, he was in Croatia, serving the Italian Under-19 team.

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