Farioli ‘to manage’ Diogo Costa fitness for Porto v Benfica as Mourinho counts absences | OneFootball

Francesco Farioli faces a goalkeeping call before Porto v Benfica, with Diogo Costa a fitness concern. Zaidu will miss out as Nigeria meet Morocco in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals on 14 January, the date of the Clássico.

Record writes that the Portugal international's problem is not serious, nor minor, prompting careful management of his workload. He missed the Farense friendly during the Algarve camp to avoid complications.

Since the issue suffered against AVS SAD, the Porto captain has recovered but has continued to report discomfort, which has concerned Farioli and the medical staff.

With a decision still to be made, Cláudio Ramos, usually the cup goalkeeper, is ready to step in against Benfica if required.

Across the divide, José Mourinho is also short of options, with Nicolás Otamendi and Enzo Barrenechea among those unavailable. The Special One is seeking fresh solutions, including the selection of a new captain.

Source: Glorioso 1904