Heads up! Marco Silva's new signing can face Aarhus - Benfica | OneFootball

Alessandro Circati, a 22-year-old Australian centre-back, was unveiled as a new Benfica signing after putting pen to paper on a contract until 2031. The former Parma player is another option for the heart of the defence and could get his first minutes wearing the eagle on his chest in the tie against Aarhus.

Even with all the bureaucracy involved, the young Italian-Australian arrived at the Lisbon club in time to be registered for the two-legged Europa League play-off, being included in the list submitted by 11:59pm this Wednesday.

As such, the Australia international is now an option for Marco Silva against the Danes. Although he has not been called up for this Thursday’s match, his involvement in the second leg will depend on the coach’s decision, with the player eligible for the tie.

Marco Silva himself commented on his arrival. “He is a young player who fits some of the profiles we were looking for. He has leadership qualities and will have time to adapt to the country and the scale of a different club. He comes from an important experience such as the World Cup and that gives us confidence. He has the characteristics we were looking for in that position. If it is confirmed, he is a player who will make the squad stronger,” he said.

Last season, wearing the Parma shirt, Alessandro Circati - valued at €18 million - made 33 appearances: 31 in Serie A and two in the Coppa Italia. In 2,831 minutes played, the Australian footballer scored one goal.

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