Di Marzio: Roma are also interested in Andreas Schjelderup

Why it matters

Roma's interest in Andreas Schjelderup underlines their desire to strengthen their attack ahead of the upcoming season. After an impressive performance at the 2026 World Cup, where he shone with a goal and three assists, the young Norwegian has become an attractive target for European clubs, particularly in Serie A. The fact that Roma are considering signing him shows their ambition to compete at the highest level in Serie A football.

Key points

• Di Marzio: Roma are also interested in Andreas Schjelderup.
• According to Sky Sport (Gianluca Di Marzio), Roma is studying the Andreas Schjelderup (Benfica) track to meet the coach's offensive request.
• Di Marzio: Roma also interested in Schjelderup - Yahoo Sports.

AS Roma is multiplying offensive avenues to keep the promise made to its coach: to strengthen the attack. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Sky Sport journalist, Roman leaders and sporting director Tony D'Amico would have checked the name of Andreas Schjelderup (Benfica) among their priorities.

The club from the Italian capital is working to “satisfy the demand” of the coach – Gian Piero Gasperini – who recently insisted on the need to recruit: “I am waiting for two players in attack”, confided the former Atalanta player, quoted by the Italian press. After surveying several profiles (including Mason Greenwood, now at Fenerbahçe, and the option of waiting for West Ham's response for Summerville), Roma is expanding the list and looking towards Portugal.

Schjelderup, left winger born in 2004, has stood out in recent months. Author of an excellent tournament during the 2026 World Cup – one goal and three assists according to reports – he confirmed his rise to power at Benfica. During the past season, under the orders of José Mourinho, he compiled 43 appearances in all competitions for 10 goals and 7 assists, figures relayed by the transfer file.

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The Norwegian's candidacy is not new: Roma (and Parma) would have already been eyeing him during the winter transfer window. While his departure from Portugal seemed likely, his double against Real Madrid in the Champions League finally convinced Benfica to consider a definitive offer and even propose a contract extension, temporarily changing the situation on the market.

In Rome, management is therefore exploring several scenarios to strengthen the offensive sector – between direct offers, loans or waiting for responses from other clubs. In addition to Schjelderup, the names of Garnacho and Moreira have been mentioned in different contexts, which illustrates Roma's desire to have several options depending on the price and availability of players.

Gianluca Di Marzio remains the main source of this information, and we will have to follow the next weeks of the transfer window to find out if the Schjelderup track will materialize. For the moment, Benfica seems to want to keep its hope alive after its performance in C1, but the transfer market can evolve quickly if Roma decide to go on the offensive.

Reminder: all the information included here comes from Di Marzio's report for Sky Sport and public reports from the season and the 2026 World Cup.

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The rest

Roma should step up their efforts to convince Benfica to sell Schjelderup, especially after exploring other options like Greenwood and Summerville. If Roma manage to complete this acquisition, it could significantly strengthen their offensive line and meet the expectations of their coach, Gian Piero Gasperini. The next few weeks will be crucial to see if this transfer comes to fruition, especially with potential competition from other European clubs.

Frequently asked questions

What's going on with Andreas Schjelderup and Roma?

Roma are interested in Andreas Schjelderup, a Benfica player, to strengthen their attack according to Gianluca Di Marzio.

Who confirmed Roma's interest in Schjelderup?

Roma's interest in Andreas Schjelderup was reported by Sky Sport journalist Gianluca Di Marzio.

Why are Roma looking to sign Schjelderup now?

Roma is looking to strengthen its attack to satisfy the demand of its coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, who expressed the need to recruit two attacking players.

What changes are Roma considering for their attack?

Roma is exploring several options to strengthen its attack, including the recruitment of Andreas Schjelderup and other players like Mason Greenwood and Summerville.

What recent performances of Schjelderup have

attracted the attention of Roma?

Andreas Schjelderup had an excellent tournament at the 2026 World Cup, scoring one goal and providing three assists, and also shone with Benfica, accumulating 10 goals and 7 assists last season.

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