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Benfica midfielder Leandro Barreiro has returned to the team's final training session before the second leg match against St. Gallen, having recovered from a respiratory infection that caused him to miss the first leg in Switzerland. The Luxembourg international is now available for selection. The article also reports that young Benfica player Jaden Umeh underwent successful surgery on his right thigh after being injured in a friendly against Flamengo, with Emerson Royal apologizing for the incident. Additionally, Benfica is moving forward with a contract renewal for center-back Tomás Araújo, increasing his salary. In transfer news, Czech international Chaloupek, a target for Benfica as a potential successor to António Silva, is reportedly prioritizing a move to the Premier League, meaning Benfica will need to convince him to join.
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Leandro Barreiro Returns to Benfica Training
The Luxembourgish midfielder has recovered from a respiratory infection that kept him out of the first-leg match in Switzerland. Barreiro participated in Benfica's final training session ahead of the upcoming match against St. Gallen.
Jaden Umeh Undergoes Successful Surgery
Jaden Umeh in the friendly against Flamengo
The young Benfica player underwent "successful" surgery on his right thigh after sustaining an injury during a friendly match against Flamengo.
- Emerson Royal apologized to Jaden Umeh
- Emerson Royal's Instagram was 'invaded' by Benfica fans following Jaden Umeh's injury
Tomás Araújo Set for Benfica Renewal
Tomás Araújo expectant but not thinking about leaving Benfica
The Eagles' center-back is expected to move forward with a contract renewal. Tomás Araújo will receive a salary increase in the coming months.
Chaloupek Prioritizes Premier League Move
Chaloupek during a Czech Republic national team match
Benfica's SAD will need to convince the Czech international from Slavia Prague, who is reportedly more inclined toward a move to English football.
- Chaloupek is on Benfica's radar: António Silva's successor could come from Slavia Prague
- Benfica are interested in the young center-back, who featured at the World Cup, according to reports in the Czech Republic
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Leandro Barreiro Returns to Benfica Training Ahead of St. Gallen Match