FC Barcelona have looked like a different team since the return of Raphinha after more than two months out injured. The Brazilian international, one of the club captains, offers so much beyond his attacking contributions, with his energy, intensity, pressing from the front, and leadership. As such, it is only natural that Hansi Flick and Barça value him very highly and tied him down to a new contract with the club until 2028 earlier this year.
Jose Mourinho has been confirmed as Benfica's head coach on a contract until the summer of 2027, with a break clause at the end of this season. His fourth game, on 30 September, will take him back to his former club Chelsea in the Champions League. The 62-year-old takes over from Bruno Lage, who was sacked after Benfica's 3-2 Champions League defeat by Qarabag on Tuesday.