Benfica starter won't renew, Rui Costa has a huge problem | OneFootball

The renewal of Andreas Schjelderup remains one of the most delicate dossiers for Benfica’s SAD. Despite the financial effort presented by the Eagles to extend the Norwegian winger’s contract, the 22-year-old player has so far shown no intention of accepting the offer.

Benfica has put a contract extension until 2031 on the table, accompanied by a significant salary increase, in an attempt to hold on to a player considered important for the future of the squad. Even so, the player did not respond within the set deadline and is keeping his future open.

From the player’s side, the prospect of a move to the Premier League is gaining strength. Beyond the financial aspect, sporting ambition weighs most heavily, with the winger seeing the English league as a chance to compete at the highest level, at a time when Benfica will not be playing in the Champions League.

Although his contract is still valid for two more seasons and is protected by a €100 million release clause, the Eagles are willing to negotiate a possible departure only for figures around €40 million. Meanwhile, the SAD led by Rui Costa is looking for a solution

This season, in the service of Benfica, Andreas Schjelderup — valued at €30 million — made 43 appearances: 28 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup and one in the League Cup. .

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