Di Maria makes full circle as he joins Benfica for the second stint
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Reading Time: 1min | Wed. 05.07.23. | 22:35
The Argentinian veteran, 35, returns to the club where he made his name at the beginning of his career in Europe
Angel Di Maria's career in Europe came full circle on Wednesday night as the winger rejoined Portuguese side Benfica, the club he represented between 2007 and 2010, during his first European spell when he moved from Argentina.
"Welcome home, Di Maria!" the club said following a video announcing the signing of the 35-year-old who, according to reports, has agreed on a one-year deal.
De volta a casa. pic.twitter.com/6c5yaYZJPN
— SL Benfica (@SLBenfica) July 5, 2023
Di Maria's first stint with the Portuguese champions was the prelude to his big move to Spanish giants Real Madrid, with whom he won a league title, two domestic cups and the Champions League.
The Argentine winger spent last season with Serie A side Juventus after seven successful years with Paris Saint-Germain. Between his Real Madrid and PSG spells, Di Maria spent a sole season at Manchester United.
𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞, Di María! 🫶🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/Fys7ZvHlAt
— SL Benfica (@slbenfica_en) July 5, 2023
At Benfica, he will join his close friend and compatriot, Nicolas Otamendi.
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