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Bournemouth signs Antonio Silva from Benfica for up to £25.7 million

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Bournemouth signs Antonio Silva from Benfica for up to £25.7 million
Summary

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.

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  • •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.
Latest Updates
  • 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — 'I will play for the fans' - Cherries sign 'long admired' Silva
  • 2:52 PMYahoo Sports — Bournemouth sign Portugal defender Silva from Benfica
  • 2:40 PMYahoo Sports — Bournemouth announce the signing of Antonio Silva
  • 1:39 PMYahoo Sports — Bournemouth sign Portugal defender Silva
  • 1:39 PMBBC Sport — Bournemouth sign Portugal defender Silva
What they're saying
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Portugal defender Antonio Silva says he is "excited" to join Bournemouth after signing for the Cherries in a deal worth up to £25.7m. The 22-year-old joins from Benfica, where he has been a regular since breaking into the first team in 2022 and has featured in the Champions League, Europa League and Club World Cup. It is a key signing for Bournemouth, who identified replacing Marcos Senesi, following his free-transfer move to Tottenham earlier this month, as a priority.

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Bournemouth signed Portugal defender Antonio Silva from Benfica in a deal worth a reported £25 million ($33 million) on Saturday.It's a pleasure to play for Bournemouth and in the Premier League," Silva said.

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Bournemouth have completed the signing of Portuguese defender António Silva on a five-year deal.The Cherries have signed the player for a deal worth a reported €30 million (approx £25.6 million) w...

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