Di Maria, the Argentine forward, had a promising start to his season with Benfica, but it didn't last long. The team's performance was not what they expected, and Di Maria's rating also dropped from a high of 75 in the first half of the season to only 60 by the end.
Di Maria joined Benfica on loan from Paris Saint-Germain in January 2019, hoping to gain some experience and find form for himself before potentially moving on permanently. He scored four goals in eight appearances for the club, which were decent enough to keep him on the radar of many scouts.
However, his performances began to decline as he struggled to find his form under new coach Jorge Jesus. His goal-scoring output dipped to just one goal in 14 games, despite having more chances created than any other player in the team. His overall rating also declined from 80 to 73, indicating that he wasn't performing up to his potential.
Despite this, Di Maria still has the potential to turn things around and make a positive impact at Benfica. With a little bit of time and effort, he could regain his form and help the team achieve their goals this season. However, if he continues to struggle, there may be concerns about whether he will stay at the club or move on permanently.