Heads up, Benfica! Porto v Nacional brings good news ahead of the Clássico | OneFootball

Although the Clássico is scheduled only for October 5, the pieces regarding the encounter between Benfica and Porto have already started to move, and the first absences are becoming known. This began in yesterday afternoon's match against Nacional. Nehuén Pérez may very well be sidelined for the clash between the rivals.

According to the newspaper Record, in this Sunday’s edition, September 14, the Argentine center-back was brought on during the match against the islanders, but was only on the pitch for 3 minutes before immediately requesting medical assistance, which ended with the player being carried off the field on a stretcher.

The sports daily reports that, according to what they have learned, all suspicions point to a serious Achilles tendon injury. Furthermore, the source reveals that due to the nature of the injury, there is a strong possibility that surgery will be required. If that happens, it is all but certain that the Argentine center-back will not play again this season, already ruling him out of the Clássico against Benfica.

From what could be seen in the television images, Pérez could not hide his pain, possibly revealing the severity of his injury. The reaction of teammates Froholdt and Samu, who put their hands on their heads, is also an indication of a complicated situation.

“Of course we are with him. He is positive and will come back even stronger. He is a player with an incredible mentality. He was already in the locker room with a big smile, happy about the victory. He will help us in a different way,” explained Farioli. Alberto Costa, the Dragons’ new signing, remains doubtful for the Clássico.

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