Alianza Lima broke the transfer market this season by hiring players like Christian Cueva, Carlos Zambrano, Bryan Reyna, Pablo Sabbag, among others, to take part in the 2023 Copa Libertadores and League 1. In addition to them, their squad already included good footballers like Jairo Concha, Pablo Lavandeira and Cristian Benavente. The “Boy” came in early 2022 and became a character in the early duels; However, an injury in the latter part of the tournament saw him relegated to the substitutes’ bench.
It has been more than five months since the Peru national team last played with Alianza Lima. It was October 10 of last year when the confidante defeated Municipal 4-1. Benavente came on in the 68th minute to replace Arley Rodríguez, but he didn’t appear on the field after that game. Despite celebrating two-time championships with his team-mates, the ‘Boy’ traveled to Spain weeks later for an operation from which he is still recovering. Exactly, almost a month ago he published a message and a photo on his social networks for the last time, where he can be seen with two crutches.
“Always forward, always with a smile. To master this hard process in the best possible way close to the people I love and to see this situation as an opportunity to grow personally and professionally. Let’s go,” was the last message on his Instagram account.
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Release of Cristian Benavente in Spain. Photo: Instagram
Situation of Benavente with Alianza Lima
Although he was absent from the latter part of Liga 1, there has been speculation about a possible exit Christian Benavente by Alianza Lima. However, manager Guillermo Salas decided to bet on the “Chaval” in 2023 as well, which is why the club decided to extend it for the full year. Now the alarms are ringing for the midfielder, even before arrival Christian Cueva, his position would be filled by ‘Aladdin’.
When would Cristian Benavente return to Alianza Lima?
As reported by Infobae, Benavente I would have planned to return to our country in April, around the second week. The ‘boy’ would have pushed ahead with his rehabilitation in order to get to Matute as soon as possible and be able to play in La Liga 1 and the 2023 Copa Libertadores. If this is not considered, the club and the footballer would try to sell or loan him out.
When does Alianza Lima play?
Alliance of Lima will be faced sporty touch until the first outstanding date of League 1 Betsson 2023. This game will take place on Sunday March 26th at 13:00 at the Miguel Grau Stadium in Piura.