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"I won't comment on other clubs' policies, only my own"

Observador27 August 2026 at 23:02

Rui Costa, president of Benfica, refused to comment on Frederico Varandas's statements, the president of Sporting, about midfielder Palhinha. The Eagles' leader chose not to weigh in on other clubs' policies.

Rui Costa reinforced the player's desire to represent Benfica, the club Palhinha wishes to transfer to. The midfielder has been linked to the Eagles for some time now.

Benfica's president highlighted that Palhinha "fits the club's policy," showing openness to signing the player without directly commenting on his Sporting counterpart's words.

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