Bruno Lage decides on Benfica’s starting XI for Fenerbahçe clash | OneFootball

Andreas Schjelderup is expected to be Bruno Lage's first choice for Benfica - Fenerbahçe in the Champions League

Kerem Akturkoglu or Andreas Schjelderup: this was one of Bruno Lage's main doubts for Benfica - Fenerbahçe. However, as it seems, the coach of the reds should opt for the 21-year-old as a starter, with the Turkish international left out of the starting lineup once again.

In the reception to Tondela, Andreas Schjelderup started. Although he didn't make a big impression, the winger left excellent indications in the 67 minutes he was on the field, assisting Fredrik Aursnes for Benfica's second goal in the third round of Liga Portugal Betclic.

Kerem Akturkoglu will be left on the bench again. This decision by Bruno Lage comes after the player showed some dissatisfaction at the end of the match against Tondela, which generated some controversy.

Apparently, . In recent weeks, José Mourinho's Fenerbahçe has shown great interest in the player. However, Rui Costa will have closed the door to his departure from Benfica, believing in the player's qualities.

Benfica returns to action next Wednesday, at 20:00, in the reception to José Mourinho's Fenerbahçe, at the Estádio da Luz, after the 0-0 draw in Turkey. The match is the second leg of the play-off for access to the league phase of the Champions League and is of extreme importance for the reds.

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