Winger resists new Benfica deal, talks hit the post | OneFootball

Andreas Schjelderup remains one of the issues yet to be resolved within Benfica’s structure. Despite the contacts already established between the two parties, the Norwegian winger remains reluctant to renew his contract, which currently ties him to the Eagles until June 2028.

The SAD led by Rui Costa considers securing the player’s future a priority and is willing to improve the terms offered in the initial proposal. However, the negotiations continue without any significant progress, remaining at a deadlock. The situation became even more noteworthy after Schjelderup, 22, began being represented by Jorge Mendes.

During the most recent Norway national team camp, the winger was asked directly by Portuguese journalists about the status of the talks with Benfica, but he preferred not to reveal details and referred the matter to his representatives.

"I’m only focused on playing and enjoying football and the matches every day. It’s good to have agents and other people around you so you can focus only on football. I’m very happy at Benfica and I’m enjoying it there and with the national team," he said. Despite the lack of an agreement, the Club has not given up on securing a renewal. Benfica’s board intends to improve the previous offer again and bring the figures closer to the Norwegian international’s demands.

Even so, Rui Costa and the rest of the structure are not willing to enter into a financial race that goes beyond the parameters set by the club. Therefore, while Schjelderup maintains his position, the negotiations remain stalled, with no solution in sight for now.

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