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Barcelona Eyes Benfica's Schjelderup as Rashford Alternative

3/17/2026

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FC Barcelona are considering signing Andreas Schjelderup, a 21-year-old winger for Benfica Lisbon, as an alternative to Marcus Rashford.
Due to financial constraints, Barcelona finds signing Erling Haaland unrealistic.
Schjelderup has scored eight goals and provided four assists in 38 matches this season.
Barcelona scouts attended Benfica's 2-1 victory over Arouca to monitor his progress.
Schjelderup's contract includes a €100 million release clause.

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FC Barcelona are considering signing Andreas Schjelderup, a 21-year-old winger for Benfica Lisbon, as an alternative to Marcus Rashford.
Due to financial constraints, Barcelona finds signing Erling Haaland unrealistic.
Schjelderup has scored eight goals and provided four assists in 38 matches this season.
Barcelona scouts attended Benfica's 2-1 victory over Arouca to monitor his progress.
Schjelderup's contract includes a €100 million release clause.