After another goal, Schjelderup could earn a new role at Benfica | OneFootball

Andreas Schjelderup has found a new lease on life at Benfica since the rumors of his departure in January. Given his recent performances, such as the goal scored against Gil Vicente, in the 2-1 victory in Barcelos, the Norwegian winger seems to be turning into a talisman.

According to the newspaper Record, in today's edition, the 21-year-old player scored his sixth goal of the season, a tally that began in August when he scored one of the goals in the victory against Nice. However, this record gains more significance by securing the win against Alverca and with the brace against Real Madrid, which guaranteed Benfica a playoff spot.

However, the good news doesn't stop there. Besides his talisman status in José Mourinho's team, Schjelderup is having what is certainly his best season with Benfica in terms of goals. With the season still ongoing, the Norwegian has already scored six, surpassing the five he registered in 2024/25.

On the other hand, Schjelderup's recent performances, which have secured his starting position with determination, allow the Norwegian to help the team maintain its unbeaten streak in the national championship. So far, Benfica is the only team in the first league that has yet to taste defeat.

This season, playing for Benfica, Andreas Schjelderup - valued at 14 million euros - has played a total of 33 official matches: 18 in the Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup, and one in the League Cup.

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