Despite not playing much with Cristiano in EUROS, the amazing award João Neves can receive this year

The Portuguese national team has one of the best squads in the tournament and has now reached the competition's quarterfinals. Some of the most notable names in the squad are Bruno Fernandes, Rafael Leao, Bernardo Silva, Ruben Diaz, and Cristiano Ronaldo. Although the team is stacked with stars, one of the most promising players in Europe is not given enough minutes in the EUROS. That player is Benfica midfielder João Neves, who shined for the Portuguese club this past season but is struggling to get minutes over star players like Bruno Fernandes and Vitinha. Although he is not given minutes with the Portuguese national team, his performances at Benfica have put him among the favorites to win a prestigious award this year. There are many young stars that are younger than 21, and João Neves is among the top names to win the Golden Boy Award this year. Other names like Lamine Yamal and Warren Zaire Emery are among the names that won this award. Neves could secure this award if Portugal manages to win the EUROS this summer, especially if he plays in the remaining games possible.

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João Neves could also secure a move this summer transfer window after the EUROS, as PSG and Manchester United are heavily interested in signing the young midfielder. Neves has a release clause worth over $120 million that pulls the team away, but PSG still seems determined to sign him this summer. Manchester United will need to offer a bid as well if PSG are serious about signing him.

Man United fans dream of seeing João Neves arrive at Old Trafford to partner up with Kobbie Mainoo in the midfield. The Portuguese midfielder has gotten lots of prices from the fans of the Portuguese league and European fans who have seen him shine in the Champions League and in the Europa League this past season with Benfica.

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João Neves in EURO 2024

João Neves has played two matches out of four for Portugal in the EUROS so far. He played a few minutes in the game against Turkiye, which resulted in Portugal's 3-0 win. He started in the 2-0 loss against Georgia in the group stage. Portugal plays against France in the quarterfinals next, with Neves hoping to get minutes in the crucial match.