Alarm bells over Andreas Schjelderup, Benfica at odds with winger | OneFootball

Benfica will face difficulties in keeping Andreas Schjelderup beyond this summer. The 21-year-old Norwegian winger is not willing, for now, to discuss a contract renewal with the Eagles and is fully focused on taking part in the 2026 World Cup.

The imminent departure of the 'Special One' to Real Madrid is seen as one of the main factors behind the player's hesitation to extend his deal, according to the newspaper 'A Bola'. Although Benfica want to keep the player, the prospect of a transfer in the next window is gaining momentum.

At this moment, several European clubs, particularly Barcelona, are closely monitoring the Norwegian's situation, as he has a release clause set at €100 million and has significantly increased his value after the season he had with the Lisbon club.

The young forward's rise coincided with the second half of the season and was heavily influenced by José Mourinho. After an initially distant relationship and a possible move to Club Brugge falling through in January, the footballer eventually earned his place and established himself in the team.

This season, playing for Benfica, Andreas Schjelderup — valued at €20 million — made 43 appearances: 28 in the Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup, and one in the League Cup. .

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