Fulham boss Silva close to Benfica agreement
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Marco Silva managed Hull City, Watford and Everton before taking the Fulham job By Sami Mokbel Senior football correspondent Published 2 June 2026, 12:41 BST Updated 10 minutes ago Fulham head coach Marco Silva is close to reaching an agreement to take charge at Benfica. Silva's contract at Craven Cottage is set to expire this month but as yet there has been no official confirmation of the 48-year-old's exit. Fulham have offered their Portuguese boss a contract renewal but he is yet to accept. And it is understood discussions have progressed significantly between him and Benfica in recent days, with an agreement within reach. Benfica are looking to appoint a successor to Jose Mourinho, who has left the club and signed a three-year deal to become Real Madrid's new head coach. Mourinho, 63, took over at Benfica for a second spell in September and led them to third place in the Primeira Liga. Silva joined Fulham in July 2021 from Everton and guided them back to the Premier League in his first season, following the club's relegation to the Championship a year earlier. The Cottagers finished 11th in the top flight last season, level on 52 points with Chelsea . Related topics Football Premier League Fulham More on this story Latest Fulham news, analysis and fan views Ask about Fulham - what do you want to know?
Marco Silvas move to Benfica could be a win-win for Portuguese football. His tactical acumen and experience would be a great asset to the clubs ambitious plans. Its exciting to see talented managers like him contributing to the development of the game in Europe. Lets hope for a smooth transition and great things ahead for both Silva and Benfica! #Football #PortugueseFootball #MarcoSilva #Benfica
Marco Silvas move to Benfica could be a dream come true for Portuguese football. His tactical brilliance and leadership experience would be a game-changer for the club. Its exciting to see such a talented manager considering Benficas ambitious plans. Lets hope they can finalize this soon!
Silvas move to Benfica could be the cherry on top of Portuguese footballs cake. With his tactical acumen and leadership, hed be a dream coach for any club. Lets see where this sweet deal takes us!
Contrarian view: Silvas move might dilute Benficas talent pool and weaken their competitive edge. His tactical style could clash with Portuguese footballs traditional approach, potentially stifling creativity. Lets not overlook the potential risks of such a high-profile departure.