Benfica have chosen the next captain if Otamendi leaves | OneFootball

The future of Benfica’s defense is shrouded in uncertainty, as is the leadership within the dressing room itself. With the possible departures of Nicolás Otamendi and António Silva at the end of the season, the question also arises as to who will wear the captain’s armband in José Mourinho’s side.

Given that scenario, Fredrik Aursnes is the leading candidate to take on that responsibility. The Norwegian’s name enjoys broad support, the result of the close relationship he has built with teammates, coaches, and staff at the Club of Light.

His integration into the Benfica world was quick and natural, and he is recognized as someone who understands the club’s reality well and has shown leadership qualities from an early stage. Since arriving in 2022, he has established himself both on and off the pitch.

Off the pitch, the midfielder has also shown commitment to adapting to life in Portugal. Despite the cultural and linguistic differences, he made an effort to learn Portuguese, using it both in his day-to-day life at the club and in his personal life.

. Although he acknowledges that he has a different leadership style from Nicolás Otamendi, he believes he can lead by example, through hard work and commitment.

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