Marco Silva accepts losing Schjelderup, but makes one demand of Benfica | OneFootball

Benfica are already preparing for a possible departure of Andreas Schjelderup. Although they remain intent on keeping the Norway international, Marco Silva has reportedly asked the club’s hierarchy to sign another left winger if the No. 21 leaves the Estádio da Luz in this summer transfer window.

According to Correio da Manhã, the coach believes the left side of the attack needs strengthening, even after the arrival of Jakub Kaminski, signed from Wolfsburg this summer. As reported by the BBC, one of the names under consideration is Reiss Nelson.

The 26-year-old English winger belongs to Arsenal, but has spent the last two seasons out on loan, representing Fulham in 2024/25, precisely under Marco Silva. In addition to playing mainly on the left wing, Reiss Nelson can operate in several positions across the attack, and is also seen as an affordable target because he is entering the final year of his contract with the Gunners.

This potential move comes at a time when Andreas Schjelderup has yet to respond to the contract renewal offer made by Benfica. After standing out at the Club World Cup, the Norway international has attracted interest from several European clubs.

If his departure is confirmed, Reiss Nelson is one of the leading candidates to strengthen Benfica’s squad. It should be remembered that Benfica have already secured Jakub Kaminski in this transfer window, in a deal worth around €17 million, while Bruma remains limited by fitness problems and Tiago Gouveia is not expected to feature in Marco Silva’s plans for the new season.

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