Bournemouth negotiates to sign Benfica defender Antonio Silva
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 9:23 AM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Bournemouth is actively negotiating with Benfica to acquire defender Antonio Silva as a replacement for Marcos Senesi, who joined Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer. The 22-year-old Silva has established himself as a key player for Benfica since 2022, participating in various tournaments, including the Champions League and the Club World Cup. Discussions have been temporarily paused as Benfica prepares for a Europa League qualifying matchup against St Gallen. Silva would mark Bournemouth's second summer signing, following the acquisition of striker Alvaro Rodriguez from Elche.
- •Bournemouth is in talks to sign Antonio Silva from Benfica.
- •Silva is viewed as a replacement for Marcos Senesi.
- •Discussions are on hold due to Benfica's Europa League commitments.
- •Silva has 20 caps for Portugal but was not chosen for the summer tournament.
- •Bournemouth has already signed striker Alvaro Rodriguez this summer.
- 9:23 AMYahoo Sports — Bournemouth in talks for Benfica defender Silva
"Bournemouth enter talks to sign Benfica and Portugal defender Antonio Silva as Marco Senesi's replacement.
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