Bournemouth signs Antonio Silva from Benfica for up to £25.7 million
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 1:39 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Bournemouth has confirmed the signing of Portugal international defender Antonio Silva from Benfica in a deal potentially worth £25.7 million. The transfer includes an initial fee of £21.4 million, with an additional £4.3 million in add-ons. Silva, 22, replaces Marcos Senesi, who departed the club this summer. He has played over 200 matches for Benfica and won six titles, including the UEFA Nations League with Portugal. Silva expressed his eagerness to join Bournemouth and contribute to the team as the new season approaches.
- •Silva has 20 international caps for Portugal.
- •He played at the 2022 World Cup and 2024 UEFA Euros.
- •Bournemouth needed a center-back after Senesi's departure.
- •Silva was regarded as a top defender in the Portuguese league.
- 1:39 PMYahoo Sports — Bournemouth sign Portugal defender Silva
- 1:39 PMBBC Sport — Bournemouth sign Portugal defender Silva
"Portugal defender Antonio Silva says he excited to win with Bournemouth after signing for the Cherries in a deal worth up to almost £26m.
"Portugal defender Antonio Silva says he is excited to join Bournemouth after signing for the Cherries in a deal worth up to £25.7m.
"Bournemouth have completed the signing of Portugal international defender Antonio Silva from Benfica.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 1:39 PMBournemouth sign Portugal defender Silva
Portugal defender Antonio Silva says he excited to win with Bournemouth after signing for the Cherries in a deal worth up to almost £26m.
- BBC SportAug 1, 2026, 1:39 PMBournemouth sign Portugal defender Silva
Portugal defender Antonio Silva says he is excited to join Bournemouth after signing for the Cherries in a deal worth up to £25.7m.
- Sky Sports—Bournemouth sign defender Silva from Benfica
Bournemouth have completed the signing of Portugal international defender Antonio Silva from Benfica.
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