Rafa Silva leaving Besiktas? Expert: Free, but... | OneFootball

José Sampaio e Nora sees no obstacle for Rafa Silva to proceed with a contract termination. However, according to the lawyer, an expert in sports law, the former Benfica star may face some problems if he decides to take this step in his professional career.

In an interview with the newspaper Record, the lawyer gave his professional opinion on the case of Rafa Silva. “I would not advise terminating for this reason. I believe this is not a reason that objectively gives just cause for termination,” he explained, referring to the criticisms made by Sergen Yalçin, coach of Besiktas.

“I understand that there is nothing more than the normal relationship between player and coach,” Sampaio e Nora pointed out when asked about his position regarding what the former number 27 of the reds should do.

“It seems clear to me that this comment is not intended for the player to terminate his contract, but could even mean the opposite, which is to encourage him to put in more effort,” added the sports law specialist, pointing out one of the possibilities.

“There is nothing preventing him from terminating and leaving as a free agent, but without just cause, which means he may be required to compensate Besiktas,” Sampaio e Nora concluded. It is worth noting that Benfica is monitoring Rafa Silva’s situation; however, the Eagles will only move forward if the player ends his contract with Besiktas.

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