Benfica on red alert over Fredrik Aursnes | OneFootball

Fredrik Aursnes’s physical condition continues to be a talking point. According to reports, the football directors at Benfica are very concerned about the Norwegian’s situation, who, against Real Madrid, once again showed significant signs of fatigue, which could pose a huge problem for José Mourinho.

As reported by the newspaper Record, the number 8 for the Eagles played to the limit of his physical abilities against the Merengues, only being substituted in the 85th minute, replaced by Enzo Barrenechea. During the match, it was clear that Aursnes was struggling considerably.

According to the same source, in recent weeks, Aursnes has been playing at the edge of his physical limits, with the sports daily pointing to an increased risk of the Norwegian midfielder suffering a muscle injury, something that could keep him off the pitch for a long period.

It is no secret that Aursnes has been one of Benfica’s players causing the most concern due to his excessive use. Mourinho, who was criticized by the press, had already warned about the physical problems of the number 8, who always tries to give his all for the Club of Light.

This season, wearing Benfica’s shirt, Fredrik Aursnes — valued at 17 million euros — has already played a total of 42 official matches: 21 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 14 in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup, two in the League Cup, and one in the Super Cup. In the 3,120 minutes he spent on the pitch, the midfielder recorded four goals and seven assists.

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