Shared the dressing room with Ángel Di María, could return to Benfica soon | OneFootball

Rafa Silva, who shared a locker room with Ángel Di María at Benfica, has been strongly linked to the Clube da Luz in recent hours. The winger from Besiktas is not satisfied with the Turkish club, having had a disagreement with coach Sergen Yalçin, and is exploring all options.

Benfica is following this soap opera between Rafa Silva and Besiktas with great interest. The Eagles would like to see the return of the winger, but they know the deal is shaping up to be very complicated, with several variables at play (the player's desire, Besiktas, and competition).

Firstly, the player's desire, who is even considering hanging up his boots. Secondly, Besiktas's position, which will not willingly part with Rafa Silva. And finally, the competition Benfica might face to complete this operation, especially from Saudi clubs with tremendous financial potential.

Despite all this, Rui Costa has already spoken with José Mourinho about a potential return of Rafa Silva to Benfica. The coach, like the President of the Clube da Luz, showed great receptiveness to such a possibility, being an admitted admirer of the 32-year-old winger's abilities.

Rafa Silva – valued at 7 million euros – represented Benfica for eight seasons (2016/17 to 2023/24), having cost the Eagles' coffers 16 million euros. In total, the former Portuguese international recorded impressive numbers with the Sacred Mantle: 326 games, 94 goals, 67 assists, and eight titles, including three National Championships.

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