Former Liverpool star backs Marco Silva move to Benfica: good fit | OneFootball

John Arne Riise, who represented Liverpool from 2001 to 2008 and Fulham between the 2011/12 and 2013/14 seasons, said that a possible move by Marco Silva to Benfica would be "a great opportunity". The former Norway international highlighted the "good work" carried out by the Portuguese coach with the London club over the last five seasons in the Premier League.

"He has been doing a good job. Fulham are trying to secure their survival. For Marco Silva, taking over Benfica is a great opportunity. It will be difficult for Fulham to keep him. He is a good coach, different from Mourinho", he said in comments to Lusa.

Despite considering the Special One a top-class coach, the Norwegian 'prefers' a new relationship at the Club of Light: "Everyone is different from Mourinho, whom I like. I think he is an incredible coach, but Marco Silva and Benfica could be a good match if he makes that decision.".

It should be remembered that to take charge of the first team. Although there is still no final agreement between the parties, negotiations have progressed positively and groundwork has been laid that allows belief in an understanding in the coming days.

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