Benfica star speaks out, Schjelderup’s future could be set for a twist | OneFootball

Andreas Schjelderup’s departure has been put on hold, for now. According to reports, Benfica is close to changing its mind regarding the winger’s future at the Eagles during this winter transfer window. And, by all indications, José Mourinho is behind this decision.

As revealed by the newspaper Record in today’s edition, January 30, the Club of Light will make a decision in the coming hours regarding Schjelderup’s future, based on what was witnessed in the match against Real Madrid, where the Nordic winger was the standout player of the game, scoring twice.

According to the same source, José Mourinho was very pleased with the forward’s performance and reportedly requested, together with the Board led by Rui Costa, to freeze the player’s departure, as he finally saw what the number 21 shirt can offer the team in the immediate future.

Furthermore, the Italian press reports that Benfica will proceed with renewing Schjelderup’s contract, despite the fact that there are several clubs interested in signing him. According to reports, the latest club to inquire about the Norwegian was Lazio.

This season, playing for Benfica, Andreas Schjelderup — valued at 14 million euros — has played 26 matches: 13 in Liga Portugal Betclic, eight in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup, and one in the League Cup. In the 1,236 minutes he spent on the pitch, the winger scored four goals and provided three assists.

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