Benfica traveled to Milan, where they will face Milan in the league phase opener of the Europa League, but the red and white squad left without Alexander Bah. Despite the Danish full-back training without limitations on Tuesday, he ended up being left out of Marco Silva's squad and is a confirmed absence for the match at San Siro. The team departed from Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon shortly after 14:00, on the 15:00 flight.
Bah's absence confirms that the defender is still not ready to return to competition, in a decision made by Marco Silva's choice. However, the Danish international's return should be imminent, as he was recently called up by the Danish national team for the upcoming matches, including the Nations League clash against Portugal.
Upon arrival at the airport, Jhon Durán was one of the most sought-after red and white players by fans for photographs, highlighting fans' interest in the young striker. The article also mentions the presence of Rui Costa, Benfica's president, although the reference is incomplete.
