European giant eyes António Silva, cryptic post puts Benfica on alert | OneFootball

António Silva stirred up social media in the last few hours with an enigmatic post. The center-back of Sport Lisboa e Benfica shared a story on his official Instagram account that is generating various interpretations among fans. In the image, the Portuguese international appears in a personal photo, enigmatically accompanied only by a climbing emoji.

This subliminal message comes at a time when the athlete's future is heavily debated in the global sports press. Recent reports indicate Real Madrid's interest in acquiring the young talent trained in Seixal. The Merengues need reinforcements and are paying particular attention to the Portuguese international.

The Spanish giant is not alone in this millionaire race, as there is fierce competition from other sharks of the Old Continent. Besides the Spanish club, several top Premier League teams are also closely following the evolution of the number four. The external pressure has increased considerably, putting additional pressure on the Eagles' management to secure the star player.

Jorge Mendes complicates renewal

The current contract expires in June 2027, but the renewal process presents significant challenges behind the scenes. Rui Costa's administration wishes to extend the contract quickly, however, the talks are not expected to be simple. The influence of agent Jorge Mendes could hinder a swift agreement to secure this valuable asset.

In the current sports season, the Benfica starter has played 24 official matches across various competitions. António Silva - valued at 32 million euros - has accumulated an impressive total of 1,899 minutes of playtime, maintaining the full confidence of the coaching staff, despite not having scored any goals yet. The defensive consistency he has shown justifies his untouchable status in the Benfica lineup.

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