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Benfica Signs Goalkeeper Velho for Defensive Reinforcement

7/17/2025

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SL Benfica is making a strategic move to bolster its defense by signing 26-year-old goalkeeper Ricardo Velho from SC Farense for around four million euros. With a solid track record of 35 starts last season, Velho is expected to step up following Trubin's injury. Benfica may also involve players in the transfer to sweeten the deal.

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SL Benfica is making a strategic move to bolster its defense by signing 26-year-old goalkeeper Ricardo Velho from SC Farense for around four million euros. With a solid track record of 35 starts last season, Velho is expected to step up following Trubin's injury. Benfica may also involve players in the transfer to sweeten the deal.