Samuel Soares makes special request to Benfica board | OneFootball

Samuel Soares wants to play more in the next season, our Journal reports. After another year gaining experience as the 'number two' in the hierarchy, the Benfica goalkeeper feels that the time has come to fight for more prominence.

The fact that Anatoliy Trubin is not universally accepted among fans and experts gives even more motivation to the 'number 24', who believes he has the ability to be considered for the starting lineup and that the new season is the ideal moment to take charge of the Clube da Luz's goalposts.

The Management and the technical team recognize the value of the young 23-year-old goalkeeper, who has always performed well when called upon. His journey through the youth ranks, combined with the discipline and maturity he has shown, reinforces the idea that he is ready to compete for the starting position.

Moreover, the goalkeeper is said to have renewed his contract until 2028 with the club, a process that only awaits official confirmation. The Portuguese under-21 international also secured a salary increase, as he previously had one of the lowest salaries in the squad.

This season, wearing the Benfica jersey, Samuel Soares – valued at 4 million euros – played in six matches: two in the Liga Portugal Betclic, three in the Taça de Portugal, and one in the Taça da Liga. In the 495 minutes he played, the Benfica goalkeeper conceded only one goal.

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