Eduardo Fernandes catches the eye of Benfica stalwart: He's a player... | OneFootball

Eduardo Fernandes, just 18 years old, could be the next 'boy' to make the leap. According to reports, the number 99 of Benfica is making headlines for his performances, which have certainly not gone unnoticed by the watchful eye of José Mourinho, as Pedro Sousa pointed out.

"[José] Mourinho has been integrating several young players. The other day he gave Rodrigo Rêgo his debut, remember, in the match at Restelo, against Atlético. Yesterday [Thursday, November 27], he included four players in the first team's training session," Pedro Sousa began, highlighting the Special One's commitment to youth.

"Remember that on Tuesday, after the match and victory in Amsterdam, he said he had spent—or gained—the afternoon watching the Youth League. Benfica thrashed Ajax away and one of the youngsters is named Eduardo Fernandes," revealed the Record journalist.

"He is only 18 years old, a winger (...) In the Youth League, he is Benfica's standout player, with four matches, five goals, and one assist. Is there anyone better? Maybe, but this is the one whose potential has been identified by José Mourinho," explained Pedro Sousa.

"He was already at the first team's training session yesterday [November 27], along with three others. But he is one of those players Mourinho referred to: 'I'm watching and I'm paying attention.' He is a very interesting player," concluded Pedro Sousa, highlighting the Special One's commitment to youth, as was the case with Rodrigo Rêgo.

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