Benfica step up Marco Silva pursuit as Fulham table lucrative renewal | OneFootball

Benfica are pushing to appoint Marco Silva as José Mourinho’s successor, with the outgoing coach’s move to Real Madrid seen as close.

According to Glorioso 1904, Rui Costa and the hierarchy have held regular talks with Silva in recent weeks and presented a project giving him significant influence over squad building. His close relationship with general director for football Mário Branco is considered a key factor.

The deal is far from straightforward. Fulham are offering a contract through to 2030 worth about 7.5 million euros net per year, figures Benfica struggle to match.

Benfica are prepared to go to 5 million euros net per season, seeking to bridge the gap with a signing-on bonus and performance-related incentives.

Silva is weighing his options and consulting trusted voices. He remains split between staying in the Premier League, where he has stability and recognition, or returning to Portugal to take charge at Benfica.

Source: Glorioso 1904