Rafa Silva focused on Benfica debut, but it could be in doubt | OneFootball

Rafa Silva is already running with the Estrela da Amadora clash in mind. According to reports, the new Benfica signing is looking to make his debut against the tricolores, as the match will take place at Estádio da Luz. However, the 32-year-old star is still dependent on certain documents.

As reported by the newspaper A Bola on the afternoon of Friday, January 23, Rafa Silva, just hours after being officially announced, has already been registered by Benfica with the League of Clubs. However, to be included in the squad for the match against the Amadora side, the Portuguese international will have to wait for an international document that gives him the green light.

However, the sports daily notes that documents will not be the only obstacle to Rafa Silva’s likely debut. José Mourinho, who wanted to have the player available this week, will have to assess the forward’s physical condition in order to determine whether he meets the necessary requirements to be included in the squad list.

The truth is that, heading into the clash with the tricolores, which has already caught the attention of João Nuno, coach of the Reboleira team, José Mourinho has doubts about the player’s fitness. It is worth recalling that Rafa Silva has not played or trained under proper conditions since November, when he came into conflict with Besiktas.

This season, while at Besiktas, Rafa Silva — valued at 5 million euros — played 16 official matches: 10 in the Turkish League, four in the Conference League, and two in the Europa League qualifying phase. In the 1,360 minutes played, the player scored five goals and provided three assists.

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