António Silva tells Benfica when he'll answer renewal offer | OneFootball

Benfica are preparing to decide António Silva’s future, with a contract renewal offer valid until 2031 already on the table. The 22-year-old centre-back was pleased with the new deal presented by the Eagles and is only expected to respond after returning from holiday.

From a sporting standpoint, Rui Costa has also assured that the defender remains part of the project, despite the changes planned for the squad. The Club intend to strengthen the heart of the defence, but insist that António Silva will be an important piece in the immediate future, even joining the group of captains.

Even so, the renewal process is not simple, especially due to salary-related issues. The player wants to move closer to the top of the squad’s financial hierarchy, with figures around €2 million net per season, while Benfica are trying to balance the offer within their wage structure.

On the sporting side, António Silva went through a season with less playing time, falling behind other teammates in the defensive pecking order, which increased some internal dissatisfaction. The context, combined with his absence from the World Cup squad, was a hard blow for the player.

In the 2025/26 season, playing for Benfica, António Silva – valued at €25 million – made 41 official appearances: 25 in Liga Portugal Betclic, 10 in the Champions League, four in the Portuguese Cup, one in the League Cup and one in the Super Cup. In the 3,118 minutes he spent on the pitch, the defender scored one goal and provided one assist.

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