Marco Silva set for Fulham exit ahead of potential Benfica move

FootballSports
2 Jun 2026 • 11:59 PM MYT
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Marco Silva set for Fulham exit ahead of potential Benfica move

  • Marco Silva is set to leave his position as Fulham head coach this summer, bringing an end to his five-year spell at the club.
  • His departure follows stalled contract negotiations, with reports indicating he is on the verge of returning to Portugal to manage Benfica.
  • Silva's tenure saw him re-establish Fulham in the Premier League, achieving promotion and securing multiple mid-table finishes, including a club-record points tally.
  • In an open letter to supporters, Silva expressed his gratitude, stating that Fulham will always remain in his heart.
  • Fulham owner Shahid Khan thanked Silva for his contributions and confirmed the club is preparing to appoint a new head coach in due course.

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