Bombshell! After snubbing Rui Costa, Amorim wants Benfica defender | OneFootball

António Silva continues to attract interest from abroad and is now being linked with AC Milan, who are said to be preparing a major squad overhaul for the 2026/27 season under Ruben Amorim, recently appointed by the Italian side.

According to Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, the Portuguese coach has already identified several targets to strengthen the Rossoneri squad, and the name of the Benfica centre-back is on the list of players receiving special attention from the Milan hierarchy.

Even so, António Silva is not seen as the main priority for the heart of the defence. The same publication states that Sporting’s Gonçalo Inácio is currently Ruben Amorim’s preferred target to strengthen central defence, due to the coach’s deep knowledge of the Portuguese international’s qualities.

Even so, the Benfica centre-back continues to be viewed as a high-level alternative. António Silva remains under contract with Benfica until June 2027 and is still protected by a release clause set at €100 million. At the same time, Benfica’s officials remain committed to extending the player’s deal, although there is still no definitive agreement between the parties.

AC Milan’s potential move comes at a time when the Portuguese international’s future remains one of the most closely followed topics in the transfer market. At 22, António Silva remains one of the leading products of Benfica’s academy and continues to be regarded as one of the squad’s most valuable assets.

In addition to the Benfica defender, Ruben Amorim is also said to have identified other Portuguese players to strengthen the Rossoneri. Among them are Sporting duo Gonçalo Inácio and Francisco Trincão, as well as Gonçalo Ramos, a forward developed at Benfica who currently plays for PSG. Meanwhile, António Silva remains focused on preparing for the new season with Benfica, while also awaiting developments regarding the renewal offer presented to him by the club’s SAD.

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