Former Benfica coach gets dream contract
Mario Silva, 43, is set to embark on his first overseas adventure. He took over at Benfica in March 2023, succeeding Spanish side Pulpís. They were eliminated this season by SB Braga in the semi-finals, meaning Benfica will not participate in next season's Champions League. During his time with the Reds, he won the Portuguese Cup (22/23) and the Super Cup (23/24).
Bani Varela is in full swing.
As in football, Saudi investment continues to expand into other sports, and futsal is no exception. As revealed by the Spanish portal “Relevo”, Bani Varela could head to Al-Nassr, in a three-season agreement. Cristiano Ronaldo's team wants to make the Sporting winger the biggest futsal star at the club. Bani, who won an unprecedented fourth title a month ago, has a contract with the Lions until 2026 and a release clause of 500,000 euros. Our newspaper learns that the deal is in full swing, but has not yet been completed.
By Rafael Godinho
Melody Gross is a contributor at Brytfmonline.com, covering a wide range of topics including news, politics, business, technology, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. She is committed to delivering clear, accurate, and reader-focused reporting that helps audiences stay informed about current events and important developments. With a focus on useful information and balanced storytelling, Melody aims to present timely stories and relevant insights in a way that is accessible, engaging, and easy to understand.