Why Milan’s António Silva is now likely to fall through | OneFootball

As reported by MilanNews.it, Antonio Silva’s potential move to Milan can still collapse due to strong resistance from Benfica.

The 22-year-old has been touted for a move to San Siro in recent days. Jorge Mendes, who is expected to be heavily involved in the club’s player recruitment strategy and recently helped make the recent Gonçalo Ramos deal happen, represents António Silva through Gestifute and was due to approach Benfica over a move.

However, As Águias are reluctant to let Silva leave this summer and want to tie him down to a new deal. With one year remaining on his €30k-a-week contract, they are unlikely to earn a fee close to his €100m release clause.

Gianluca Di Marzio has completely debunked the links. He has rubbished the speculation about contact between the parties, making it clear there is no scope for the deal at all.

Milan will be ready

There is still a chance the move goes through. Benfica have had a strong reputation of being able to manage clubs to meet their release clauses in recent years, but with Jorge Mendes involved closely, and Milan looking to make big statements as showcased by their pursuit of Gonçalo Ramos, this might prove to be an exception to the rule.

Nevertheless, even if Benfica were able to make António Silva sign a new deal, Milan would simply move on to other targets. Gestifute clients will remain linked with the club throughout the summer, and Jorge Mendes does not have a habit of seeing many of his deals collapse.

Anshuman Joshi | GIFN