This Saturday, Roger Schmidt guaranteed that he will remain coach of the Eagles until 2026, at a press conference dedicated to Benfica’s game with Famalicão, scheduled for this Sunday.
Asked about Bayern’s interest and whether it would be interesting for him, given that he has already admitted that winning the title is difficult, Schmidt replied: “You can use my statement at the last press conference or what I said when renewing my mandate. Everything remains clear to me. I will stay at Benfica until 2026, so I extended my contract. I feel like I have a big challenge ahead of me here in Portugal. We had a good season, we were good enough to win the championship. Anyone who analyzes the situation at Benfica two years ago will notice the difference. I see a lot of potential in the next two years to continue to develop players and that’s what I said two weeks ago. Nothing changed”.
Regarding the fact that he received an invitation or approach from another club, the coach reinforced: “How many times will I have to answer this question? I’m not on the market, I have a job at Benfica and I like it. I don’t want anyone to invite me. My situation is clear.”
Regarding Rui Costa’s wishes for next season, Schmidt reiterated that he has already answered the question. “I have already spoken about my relationship with the president; it is a relationship based on honesty and trust. We talk about everything naturally. This club is very demanding not only of the players, but also of the coaches and the president. take care of noise. Combating noise is part of our responsibility. It doesn’t matter how many times the article mentions that the atmosphere in Benfica is negative. It is impossible to change everything in a short period of time. Everything is a work in progress and that is our goal, regardless of the noise that happens outside the club.
As for the fans, the coach admits that he noticed a wave of negativity. “For me, the most important thing is the majority of Benfica fans. I understand that they are disappointed with the situation in the championship, but I think that the vast majority of Benfica fans understand how the club has developed. I feel their support. “
Author: morning Post
Source: CM Jornal
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