Renato Sanches reunites with ex-Benfica coach, credits his move | OneFootball

Renato Sanches, former midfielder of Benfica, already knows his new destination, and is about to sign a contract for the upcoming seasons

Renato Sanches is already in Greece to sign for Panathinaikos. After many twists and turns in the story of the Portuguese midfielder, regarding his future, the player seems to have everything settled to move to the Greek league, where he will reunite with Rui Vitória.

Upon arrival in Athens, where he already is, to formalize the transfer, the player gave his first words to the Hellenic press, and pointed to Rui Vitória, former Benfica, as the main reason for choosing Panathinaikos as his next club, in the current transfer window.

"I'm happy to be here, there were many reasons that brought me. Panathinaikos is a great club, one of the biggest here, but the Panathinaikos coach brought me here. He was my first professional coach, so I'm very happy to be here", began to explain Renato Sanches.

The former Benfica midfielder was then asked about what he wants to achieve in his new adventure in the Greek championship: "My goals are to be a great player for the club, try to win titles, because Panathinaikos is one of the biggest clubs in Greece".

"They have won many titles, I have too, but the goal is also to be a great player and help the team", concluded Renato Sanches. The player is expected to undergo the usual medical exams this Saturday, August 23, to sign a contract with Panathinaikos.

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