Milan explores signing Benfica defender Antonio Silva amid renewal talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:40 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
AC Milan's interest in Benfica defender Antonio Silva remains tentative as talks progress. A recent meeting between Jorge Mendes and Benfica did not yield a deal for Milan, who are considering Silva, under contract until June 2027. Benfica is pushing for a renewal, offering Silva a salary increase while refusing to accept a potential €20 million sale price. Silva is contemplating his future but may prefer a resolution soon. The pressure is on Benfica to either secure a new contract or risk losing him at the end of his current term.
- •Milan has not finalized a deal for Antonio Silva.
- •Benfica is trying to renew Silva's contract with a pay increase.
- •Silva is contracted until June 2027 but weighing his options.
- •Benfica's leadership is reluctant to negotiate on a discounted sale.
- •Pressure is on Benfica to clarify Silva's future soon.
- 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Milan in no rush for Benfica defender Antonio Silva as Portuguese giants push renewal
"Milan’s pursuit of Antonio Silva has yet to gather pace, with a meeting between super-agent Jorge Mendes and Benfica failing to yield the green light the Rossoneri were hoping for.According to La Ga...
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