Rui Costa surprised by stating that Benfica is about to enter the new season with renewed strength, unprecedented participation from its members, and a preparation that points to an even brighter future. As the debate on the budget for 2026/27 kicks off, the president of the club from Luz conveyed a strong message, assuring that the new financial plan will not only enable Benfica to meet all commitments but will also enhance the competitiveness of the squads and consolidate the sporting ambition that has characterized the Lisbon emblem.
The budget proposal presented to the members anticipates a positive result of 8.4 million euros, projecting a sustainable and ambitious management for the Eagles club. Rui Costa stated unequivocally that “Benfica enters the new season stronger, more engaged, and better prepared for the future.” The red leader also emphasized the importance of growing the membership base, approving strategic projects, and enhancing the club’s assets. “The positive results we expect to achieve demonstrate that we are building solid foundations for a sustainable development cycle,” highlighted the president, in a communication that caught many by surprise due to the confidence expressed.
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This budget, submitted for evaluation by the members, is seen as a fundamental step towards the stability and future success of Benfica. Rui Costa emphasized that, season after season, the club has invested heavily in the competitiveness of its teams, always with a clear commitment to eclecticism and the diversity of sports. All of this, he highlighted, is done while maintaining rigor and financial sustainability, elements he considers essential to consolidate Benfica’s position at the top of Portuguese and European sports. “Each season, we have managed to invest heavily in the competitiveness of our teams, adhering to a strong commitment to eclecticism, alongside a trajectory of rigor and financial sustainability, which we aim to consolidate in the 2026/27 season,” he stated, addressing the members directly.
The president’s message is clear: this budget proposal ensures the capacity to respond to the challenges of the upcoming season, balancing management efficiency with the necessary investment to keep Benfica winning titles and honoring its history. Rui Costa also emphasized that the budget reflects the sustained growth of revenues, the expansion of the membership base, and the strong engagement of Benfica supporters in the club’s initiatives. “This is a budget that guarantees us the capacity to respond to the challenges of the next season with confidence and responsibility, balancing management efficiency with the necessary investment for Benfica to continue winning, conquering titles, and honoring its glorious history of success,” he added.
The president of the Reds also highlighted the priority given to enhancing the sports component within the cost structure, emphasizing the need for careful management of resources and maximum efficiency in expenses that are not directly related to the teams. “More importantly, a budget subordinated to one of the strategic pillars of our management policy: to enhance the sports component within the cost structure, ensuring careful management of resources and promoting maximum efficiency in expenses not directly related to the teams,” explained Rui Costa, reinforcing the idea that the club is on a path of solid and sustainable growth.
The impact of this budget proposal will undoubtedly be observed with great attention by fans and competitors alike. Confidence in the future, responsibility in management, and the declared ambition across all areas of activity place Benfica in a privileged position to tackle the upcoming seasons with strengthened arguments, both on and off the pitch. Should the financial and sporting objectives be met, the club from Luz could not only consolidate its domestic dominance but also assert itself more decisively in European competitions, responding to the demands of fans and members who expect new achievements year after year.
In the coming months, Rui Costa and his board are expected to advance with concrete measures to implement the strategic lines now presented, focusing on surgical reinforcements for the first team and the consolidation of structural projects for the club’s future. The next General Assembly, where the budget will be voted on, promises to be a stage for intense debate, with members attentive to every detail and ready to demand explanations regarding the execution of the promises made by the board. If the plan is approved, Benfica will enter the new season with the status of a stronger candidate than ever, determined to make its mark both in Portugal and in Europe.
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