CM backs Glorioso 1904 exclusive, Marco Silva sees flaws in Benfica man | OneFootball

Souffian El Karouani still has areas to improve at Benfica. According to Correio da Manhã, Marco Silva has been pushing the player physically, but above all working to correct certain defensive positioning issues, thus confirming a Glorioso 1904 exclusive from last September 16.

The new signing spent time in the Netherlands, where he developed a large part of his career. The Dutch competitive environment is known for valuing the attacking side of the game and for the freedom given to full-backs to take part in build-up play and in the final third, something that helped El Karouani put up impressive assist numbers.

However, the reality he has found at Luz is different. Marco Silva wants the full-back to be more consistent in moments without the ball, increasing his defensive commitment and his ability to carry out the tasks required by the team.

Despite the quality El Karouani has already shown going forward, the Benfica coach believes the player needs to adapt to a new reality. At Luz, the demands are greater and every player has to show more balance between what they do with and without the ball.

El Karouani therefore faces a period of adaptation to Portuguese football and to the team’s demands.

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