Jorge Benguché set for move to the Swiss second division
Honduran forward Jorge Benguché is on the verge of departing his current club Olimpia to embark on a new adventure in European football. The 27-year-old revealed that he is close to finalizing a move to Associazione Calcio Bellinzona, a club currently competing in the Swiss second division. Benguché expressed his excitement at the prospect of playing in Switzerland, citing his previous experiences in Uruguay and Portugal as valuable learning opportunities.
While acknowledging that he had received other offers, Benguché emphasized that the proposal from Bellinzona was the most concrete and formal. The club’s willingness to pursue his signing made it a compelling option for the talented forward.
Benguché also revealed that Olimpia coach Pedro Troglio had given his blessing for the move to Europe, encouraging him to make the most of the opportunity presented to him. Despite his impending departure, Benguché is set to represent Honduras in an upcoming friendly match against Iceland. He confirmed that Bellinzona had granted him permission to join up with the national team before finalizing the details of his move to Switzerland.
The Honduran forward’s potential move to Bellinzona marks an important step in his career, with the opportunity to make an impact in European football a prospect he is eager to pursue. His immediate focus, however, remains on his commitment to the national team as he prepares to join up with his Honduran teammates for the friendly clash with Iceland.