In mid-December, Fredrik Aursnes signed an extension with Benfica until 2027. A powerful confirmation that the former Molde player has established himself at the European big club. 133 games in a Benfica shirt with 23 assists and 8 goals so far, a lot of fun awaits the 29-year-old with title fights and Champions League games. Now Victor Lindelöf will also take part in this fun.
In 2012, young, hopeful Victor Nilsson Lindelöf packed his bags and traveled to Lisbon. First playing in Benfica’s second team, then 72 games in the first team. In 2017, Manchester United signed Jose Mourinho’s Swede. Eight years and four managers later, the centre-back is on his way out, where the door to his “second home” opens.
The Manchester Evening News reported last month that United are not extending their contract with the Swede. This is a completely natural exit, Lindelöf has served the club well and has done his part. At the age of 30, there are still plenty of seasons left in Lindelöf’s legs, which the youth club intends to take advantage of.
According to Record, Benfica are very interested in bringing their former player back to Lisbon. The Portuguese media claims that the first steps have been taken to put in place a contract with free agent Lindelöf.
Sounds like the right choice for Lindelöf. Both the title fight and the Champions League await here. For Benfica and Aursnes, the 30-year-old, with his heart in the club and experience from United and the biggest match arenas, can be worth his weight in gold.
