Sport Lisboa e Benfica has secured the signature of Polish international winger Jakub Kaminski for €17M, strengthening manager Marco Silva's attacking options. The 24-year-old arrives from 1. FC Köln on a five-year deal running through June 2031, complete with a €60M release clause.
Transfer Structure and Commercial Details
• Deal composition: Benfica acquires full ownership of Kaminski's registration rights for €17M.
• Sell-on clause: Köln retains 10% of any future profit, rising to 25% if Benfica sells him within 42 days—a protective measure for the German club.
• Release clause: Set at €60M, providing both player mobility and Benfica control over future departures.
Kaminski's Record at Köln
The Polish winger completed the 2025/26 season at 1. FC Köln, where he delivered measurable offensive contributions. Across 36 matches, Kaminski recorded 7 goals and 3 assists, demonstrating consistent productivity in the Bundesliga. These statistics justified Benfica's investment and Köln's decision to trigger his permanent move to Lisbon.
International Experience
Kaminski brings 9 senior caps for Poland, adding 2 goals and 1 assist at international level. His experience across European competition provides maturity and adaptability to Portugal's Liga and the club's European ambitions under Silva's management.
Silva's Squad Reinforcement Strategy
Benfica's summer 2026 window focuses on targeted recruitment to strengthen the squad across multiple positions. Kaminski addresses the club's need for additional attacking depth, joining as the first confirmed arrival in what is expected to be an active transfer window.
The signing underscores Benfica's commitment to compete domestically and in European competition, signaling the board's backing of Silva's project. The deal structure—clean ownership of registration rights, moderate sell-on obligations, and a substantial release clause—protects the club's interests while providing Kaminski a platform to establish himself in Portuguese football.
Integration and Outlook
Kaminski arrives with professional experience across multiple European leagues and represents Marco Silva's preference for proven talent entering peak years. His adaptation to Liga Portugal's style, combined with Silva's tactical demands, will determine his impact during the 2026/27 campaign. The investment reflects Benfica's ambition to maintain competitiveness and pursue silverware across all domestic and European fronts.
