Rui Costa spoke with journalists after Benfica's victory against Aarhus by 3-1, in the second leg of the play-off that gave access to the UEFA Europa League league phase. The triumph in Denmark sealed the Eagles' qualification for the next phase of the European competition.
The president of Benfica spoke about Gonçalo Moreira, praising him as one of the "homegrown boys" who has always adapted perfectly to every change in division within the club's youth teams. He mentioned that, due to his stature, there was always concern about the transitions, but the player always reacted perfectly, from the juveniles to the juniors, under-23s, B team and now the first team.
Regarding contract renewals, Rui Costa confirmed that Prestianni and Schjelderup are in the renewal process. Regarding Schjelderup, he stated that the player already has an offer on the table, suggesting that negotiations are underway. The topic of terraces and the market was also among the topics addressed by the Eagles' president at the press conference.
