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Silva agrees to become Benfica's new head coach

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:45 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Silva agrees to become Benfica's new head coach

Summary

Marco Silva will take over as head coach of Benfica after the club formalized Jose Mourinho's departure to Real Madrid. Silva, who recently completed a five-year term at Fulham, is expected to sign a contract with Benfica lasting until the end of the 2027-28 season, with an option for an additional year. Mourinho's exit was announced alongside Silva's appointment, with Real Madrid agreeing to pay £13 million in compensation to Benfica. During Mourinho's tenure, Benfica finished third in the Primeira Liga while remaining unbeaten for the season. This move marks a significant change in leadership for both clubs as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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Status Watch

•Silva to sign a contract until 2027-28 with Benfica
•Mourinho leaves Benfica for Real Madrid
•Real Madrid pays £13m in compensation to Benfica
•Mourinho led Benfica to third place in Primeira Liga
•Mourinho previously won three titles with Real Madrid

Latest Updates

11:45 PMYahoo Sports — Benfica appoint Marco Silva as Jose Mourinho’s successor
11:09 PMYahoo Sports — Silva agrees to replace Mourinho at Benfica
11:06 PMBBC Sport — Silva agrees to replace Mourinho at Benfica

What they're saying

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Benfica have confirmed the appointment of Marco Silva as their new head coach, with the Portuguese manager signing a two-year contract that includes the option of a further season.The 48-year-old repl...
— Yahoo Sports