Suitor loses steam and Marco Silva could be closer to Benfica | OneFootball

Milan may now be further away from moving for Marco Silva in the next managerial market. This is because Andoni Iraola has emerged in recent hours as the Rossoneri’s leading candidate to succeed Massimiliano Allegri, a scenario that ends up opening a door of hope for Benfica in the race for the Portuguese coach.

According to the Italian newspaper 'Gazzetta dello Sport', the Spanish manager is seen as the Milan board’s top priority, with contacts already having taken place between Andoni Iraola and the owner of the Italian club, Genny Cardinale. The same source adds that the final decision should be made during next week.

The former Bournemouth manager appeals to Milan because of his attacking philosophy and high-pressing style of play, traits highly valued by the Rossoneri hierarchy. Even so, Benfica have also been linked with the Basque coach, along with Crystal Palace and Bayer Leverkusen, at a time when Rui Costa is still searching for José Mourinho’s successor.

. As recently reported by Record, the Portuguese coach will meet with Fulham next Thursday, May 28, when he is expected to communicate his decision on a possible contract renewal with the English club.

The same source assures that Benfica remain attentive to the process, especially after Marco Silva did not close the door on leaving England. After five seasons at Fulham, the Portuguese manager remains one of the names most appreciated by the Rui Costa-led hierarchy to take charge of the Eagles.

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