Once criticised, now adored: How Schjelderup won over Benfica | OneFootball

Andreas Schjelderup changed the course of his time at Benfica and intends to continue at the Club. After considering leaving in January, the Norwegian winger now shows a desire to stay, with contract renewal being a topic on the table.

The talented 21-year-old is experiencing his most consistent phase since arriving at Luz. He has played 14 consecutive games, 10 of them as a starter, with five goals and one assist during this period, solidifying his position in José Mourinho's options.

In the winter market, leaving was a real scenario, with interest from several clubs and the board's openness to negotiate. The situation changed with the increase in the player's usage and performance, naturally motivated by the Special One, who began to be seen as a consistent option in the squad.

Schjelderup also went through a difficult period at the end of 2025, following an off-field incident, which led him to consider leaving. Continuity eventually happened, and the young Norwegian publicly expressed his intention to stay: "I want to stay here, play, be happy, and win many trophies in the coming years. I want to give back with magic, goals, and titles, I can only be grateful,” he stated after receiving the revelation of the year award at the Cosme Damião gala.

This season, playing for Benfica, Andreas Schjelderup - valued at 14 million euros - has already played a total of 35 official matches: 20 in the Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup, and one in the League Cup. In the 1,938 minutes he was on the pitch, he recorded seven goals and four assists.

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