Jakub Kamiński

Executive Summary
Jakub Kamiński, 24, is a right‑footed left winger now at SL Benfica. He moved to Portugal after a loan spell at 1. FC Köln and a season with Wolfsburg. In the 2026/27 Liga Portugal campaign he has yet to score or assist, but a strong 8.6 rating in a 2‑0 win over Milan shows he can deliver when given the chance.

Playing Style and Key Attributes
Kamiński runs with pace (84) and uses quick bursts to beat full‑backs. His dribbling (79) lets him navigate tight spaces, while his shooting (70) provides a reliable outlet when he drifts inside. Passing (69) is solid for a wide player, and physicality (62) is enough to hold off opponents in one‑on‑one situations. Defending (57) is the weakest link; he often relies on teammates to recover defensively. Game reading is improving – he finds space for crosses and cuts inside for shots, but consistency remains a work‑in‑progress.

Career and Recent Context
The Polish talent broke through at Lech Poznań, earned Ekstraklasa Young Player of the Season 2021‑22, then joined Wolfsburg in 2022. He made his Bundesliga debut in March 2023, scoring on the day. A season‑long loan to 1. FC Köln in July 2025 produced 10 goal involvements, 63 shots, 50 chances created and 117 crosses across 34 league starts. He returned to Benfica in summer 2026.

At Benfica his minutes have been limited. The Liga Portugal ledger shows 73 minutes, no goals or assists, and an average 6.38 rating. Recent fixtures include a 24‑minute cameo against Bosnia (6.4 rating), a full 80‑minute performance at Milan (1 goal, 1 assist, 8.6 rating), and several unused‑sub listings. An ankle injury from January to February 2025 and a finger strain in late 2024 have occasionally disrupted his rhythm.

Market Projection and Transfers
Benfica hold a long‑term contract (until 2031) and are unlikely to sell this winter. Release clauses are not disclosed, but the club will expect a premium if any offer materialises. Interest from Bundesliga clubs has surfaced in the media, yet no concrete bids have been reported. His upside lies in his pace and dribbling, but the lack of consistent minutes may keep the price stable for now.