Just shortly after the arrival of Benfica coach Rui Vitoria in July, 2015 an article was featured on the Benfica Podcast website (written by your truly) regarding the future of "Made In Benfica" Forward Nelson Oliveira. In this article it was mentioned that with the arrival of a new coach that Nelson Oliveira may finally get the chance that he has been fighting for and was unable to get during the six year reign of Jorge Jesus.
Nelson Oliveira has crossed paths with Rui Vitoria during his time as a youth player at Benfica and while Oliveira was on loan to Pacos de Ferreira during the 2010/11 season. Although Vitoria speaks highly of the still young 24 year-old forward while the 2015/16 season approached there was simply no room for Oliveira especially with such forwards arriving as Raul Jimenez, and Kostas Mitroglu.
Once again for a sixth consecutive season Nelson Oliveira finds himself at another loan spell but this time it is at England League Championship side Nottingham Forrest. Forrest is a historic team who not only plays a part in the history of footy in England but they have also won back to back UEFA European Cups and one Super Cup.
In 15 appearances at Forrest, Nelson Oliveira has become their top scorer with 6 goals. There is still no uncertainty as to what the future holds for Nelson Oliveira. Oliveira was recently called up by Fernando Santos to represent Portugal in a friendly against Luxembourg. At this work rate if Portugal is without a forward by Euro 2016 there may be a chance that Oliveira may get the call up (His competitors are; Lucas Joao, Eder, Rui Fonte, Ukra, and an injury prone Hugo Almeida)
In regards to Benfica, Nelson Oliveira's contract expires June 30, 2016. There is currently no discussion as to whether or not Benfica will renew Oliveira's contract. Oliveira would not be the first "Made In Benfica" to move on from the club.(Look at his former team mates as Miguel Rosa, David Simao, and Mika are all in reputable first division sides in Portugal) A Portuguese striker is always well appreciated by Benfica however with Jonas, Raul, and a possible Mitroglu signing, Oliveira may have to once again fight to prove himself for a spot in the club's future.
No comments:
Post a Comment