Portuguese attacking midfielder João Rego, 20, is described as being among the players more likely to leave Benfica than to be part of the squad in the 2026/27 season, assuming Mourinho remains at the club. In the 2025/2026 season, he has made 8 appearances in Liga Portugal, scoring 1 goal and providing 1 assist, and has been capped once for Portugal's U21 team. His contract with Benfica runs until June 2030. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is currently €3.00m. PAOK has been connected with the player.