Filipe Luís at Benfica? Ex-Flamengo star warns: much more pressure | OneFootball

At a time when José Mourinho’s future has been the subject of much speculation, due to strong interest from Real Madrid, several names have been mentioned as possible successors to the Portuguese coach at Benfica. In recent hours, Filipe Luís, former Flamengo coach, has been linked with the Eagles, and there are those who believe it is something that “will work out”.

In exclusive statements to Antena 1, RTP’s main radio station, the former Flamengo footballer, where he won titles with Filipe Luís, believes in the Brazilian’s success at Benfica. “He is a great coach and, if he goes to Benfica, it will work out,” said the Brazilian, without any doubt.

“There is much more pressure at Flamengo than at Benfica. If he really goes to Benfica, I wish him the best of luck,” concluded Juninho Vieira, adding that Filipe Luís would have a calmer path in charge of the Eagles after taking charge of the Brazilian club, where he was always under scrutiny from fans and the press.

Currently playing for Pumas in the Mexican league, the Brazilian star crossed paths with Filipe Luís when the coach, who also worked under Jorge Jesus, was in charge of Flamengo, where together they won a Copa Libertadores, the Brazilian Championship, the Copa do Brasil and the Super Cup. Juninho Vieira has also played in Portugal, for Estoril and Desportivo de Chaves.

, according to the Spanish press. However, the Special One has already said several times that he wants to remain at Benfica. Besides the Brazilian coach, Marco Silva will also be another option to be considered by the Benfica board.

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