Aursnes sets alarm bells ringing at Benfica | OneFootball

Fredrik Aursnes’s physical condition is causing some concern among Benfica’s football management. Our newspaper reveals, in this Glorioso 1904 Exclusive, that José Mourinho is already aware of the situation, and that the Norwegian midfielder’s fitness levels are being closely monitored.

Glorioso 1904 has learned, from a close source, that the Norwegian midfielder is an important piece in the Special One’s tactical system, just as he was under Bruno Lage and Roger Schmidt. However, our newspaper has found that overuse could lead to problems with the number 8’s condition.

Since working with the German coach, between 2022 and 2024, the former Norwegian international has always been on the match sheet, averaging over 40 appearances per season. The same was true under Bruno Lage. Aursnes has always been seen as the trusted player, always ready to give everything on the pitch, but physical problems may start to show.

It is no secret that Aursnes has already played while not fully fit. However, Glorioso 1904 has learned that, despite the four days off, before returning to training, concern around the player still persists. Our newspaper knows that the coaching staff and José Mourinho will be keeping a close eye, and he may even be rested for the match against Chaves.

Fredrik Aursnes – currently valued at 20 million euros – is one of the biggest names in the Benfica squad. In the current sports season, the Norwegian has played 15 matches so far: eight in Liga Portugal Betclic, six in the Champions League, and one in the Super Cup. In the 1,317 minutes he has spent on the pitch, the midfielder has recorded two goals and two assists.

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