José Manuel Freitas analysed the signing of João Palhinha, comparing him to "Marco Silva's Maradona", in reference to the importance the midfielder will have in the coach's sporting project.
Freitas highlighted Marco Silva's direct involvement in the deal, showing the coach's active role in choosing the player for Benfica.
The analyst stressed that "who decided to sign João Palhinha was Benfica", suggesting that the transfer decision was made by the club and not by other parties.
The signing of João Palhinha comes as a strategic reinforcement for the midfield, with high expectations from the red-and-white club.
