The midfielder has helped fill the gap left by Matt O'Riley following his move to Brighton
Celtic midfielder Paulo Bernardo reckons the "door is still open" for him to achieve his dream of playing for Benfica .
And while representing his country the playmaker was put on the spot about the prospect of returning to Benfica - where he came through the academy ranks, but only managed 17 appearances for the first-team. As he made his breakthrough, youth boss Renato Paiva branded him one of the " future stars of the club" - and he concedes he would like to fulfil that potential one day.
However, Bernardo insists his focus remains on Celtic at this stage adding: "I'm happy at Celtic. I want to have a good season.
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