Transfer news·Benfica·Updated 1d agoRumoured

Samuel Soares set to extend Benfica stay

Samuel Soares→Benfica

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Samuel Soares

Goalkeeper · Portugal · 24 yrs

52.2

Rating

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21.8

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Samuel Soares is closing in on a contract renewal at Benfica — 2 reports describe concrete progress on terms.
The reporting is well-sourced (100% credibility), led by SL Benfica — post-match (Portuguese club site), putting the renewal at roughly 90% to complete.

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Story log

15 SeptHeadline refreshed as the story develops
15 Sept7 new sources: Record, SL Benfica — post-match (Portuguese club site), A Bola, A Bola (follow-up quotes/coverage) — now 10 tracking the story

What the reports say

5 of 10 cite concrete progress5 cite a named / official source

Hearts (opponent) match report noted Samuel Soares in goal for Benfica in the 1-1 away draw and described a notable save; English-language club report. — Heart of Midlothian FC (official match report)
Started for Benfica in the Europa League qualifying match (Benfica v Hearts) and has been used as first-choice goalkeeper in early 2026/27 matches under Marco Silva. — SL Benfica — post-match (Portuguese club site)
Marco Silva explained his decision to start Samuel Soares; reported surprise selection and Soares thanking the club for the opportunity (Portuguese coverage). — A Bola
Tomás Soares (Benfica youth forward) signed a new contract with SL Benfica, committing to the club. — A Bola

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in 6 apps · Primeira Liga

Samuel Soares is a 24-year-old goalkeeper at Benfica, rated 57.1 overall by Field Insider's model. An emerging talent, he has been a rotation option this season (35.3% of available minutes). Below: strengths, watch-points, market-value outlook and the latest transfer news on Soares.

The report at a glance

Samuel Soares set to extend Benfica stay — Field Insider report card

10 Reports

HHeart of Midlothian FC (official match report)
Trusted 95%
Hearts (opponent) match report noted Samuel Soares in goal for Benfica in the 1-1 away draw and described a notable save; English-language club report.
Hearts (opponent) match report noted Samuel Soares in goal for Benfica in the 1-1 away draw and described a notable save; English-language club report.
13 AugRead full article →
SSL Benfica — post-match (Portuguese club site)
Trusted 95%
Started for Benfica in the Europa League qualifying match (Benfica v Hearts) and has been used as first-choice goalkeeper in early 2026/27 matches under Marco Silva.
Started for Benfica in the Europa League qualifying match (Benfica v Hearts) and has been used as first-choice goalkeeper in early 2026/27 matches under Marco Silva.
6 AugRead full article →
AA Bola
Trusted 82%
Marco Silva explained his decision to start Samuel Soares; reported surprise selection and Soares thanking the club for the opportunity (Portuguese coverage).
Marco Silva explained his decision to start Samuel Soares; reported surprise selection and Soares thanking the club for the opportunity (Portuguese coverage).
6 AugRead full article →
AA Bola
ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 82%
Tomás Soares (Benfica youth forward) signed a new contract with SL Benfica, committing to the club.
Tomás Soares (Benfica youth forward) signed a new contract with SL Benfica, committing to the club.
27 JulRead full article →
RRecord
ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 75%
Renewal talks for Samuel Soares are advanced and an agreement is expected soon (Benfica moving to extend his contract).
Renewal talks for Samuel Soares are advanced and an agreement is expected soon (Benfica moving to extend his contract).
1d agoRead full article →
AA Bola (follow-up quotes/coverage)
Trusted 75%
Reported on the reaction and quotes after Soares was selected to start for Benfica (match-day coverage / Soares thanked the club and Trubin reacted).
Reported on the reaction and quotes after Soares was selected to start for Benfica (match-day coverage / Soares thanked the club and Trubin reacted).
7 AugRead full article →
RRecord
Trusted 75%
Covered Marco Silva's explanation for starting Samuel Soares and framed it as reopening the goalkeeping competition at Benfica.
Covered Marco Silva's explanation for starting Samuel Soares and framed it as reopening the goalkeeping competition at Benfica.
7 AugRead full article →
AA Bola (liveblog)
ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 75%
Tomás Soares renewed his contract with Benfica (youth prospect).
Tomás Soares renewed his contract with Benfica (youth prospect).
1 AugRead full article →
UUEFA.com (Europa League match page)
ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
UEFA match page listing Samuel Soares as Benfica's goalkeeper for the Hearts v Benfica Europa League qualifying match (official UEFA match listing/report).
UEFA match page listing Samuel Soares as Benfica's goalkeeper for the Hearts v Benfica Europa League qualifying match (official UEFA match listing/report).
13 AugRead full article →
FFlashscore.pt
ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
Benfica have agreed a contract renewal with goalkeeper Samuel Soares, extending his deal (reported to run to 2028) with improved salary; club officialisation pending.
Benfica have agreed a contract renewal with goalkeeper Samuel Soares, extending his deal (reported to run to 2028) with improved salary; club officialisation pending.
2 AugRead full article →