Deal done! Benfica duo on their way to Porto | OneFootball

Daniela Areia Santos is set to join Porto, after her contract with Benfica came to an end. The Dragons are looking to build a competitive squad for next season, focusing on players with solid experience in Liga BPI.

The 22-year-old defender had a positive season with Valadares Gaia, the club she represented on loan in 2025/26. Over the course of the campaign, she made 26 appearances, scored one goal and provided one assist, a performance that also earned her a debut for the Portuguese national team.

Another player who will also join the Reds’ rival is Letícia Almeida. The 21-year-old midfielder is also at the end of her contract with Benfica and will therefore follow the same path as her teammate.

Signed by the Eagles in 2023 after standing out at Famalicão, Letícia Almeida was always part of the club’s main squad. Last season, under head coach Ivan Baptista, she played 17 official matches, without scoring.

It should also be noted that at Benfica, Marta Salvador, Zoe Matthews and Carolina Ferreira are also out of contract and free to continue their careers at other clubs from 1 July.

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