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"Palhinha was the missing piece in the team that Marco Silva was building for Benfica"

Now30 August 2026 at 12:41

Vítor Pinto commented on Palhinha's transfer to Benfica, considering that the Portuguese midfielder was exactly the missing piece in the team that Marco Silva was building for the red-and-white club.

The journalist also addressed the Portuguese international footballer's status, highlighting his importance in the national sporting landscape and his relevance as a player for the Portuguese national team.

During the departure phase from Bayern Munich, Palhinha demonstrated remarkable professional conduct, according to Vítor Pinto's analysis, showing exemplary behavior despite leaving the German club.

The transfer represents a significant reinforcement for Benfica, which thus gains a midfielder of proven quality both at club level and at the national team level.

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