Benfica is reconsidering their acquisition of Marco Silva if they lose José Mourinho to Real Madrid, while Fulham aims to retain his position amid evolving club dynamics. Mourinho, whose contract was extended to 2027, has been increasingly seen as a strategic choice for Madrid, though the team seeks a contingency plan. Meanwhile, Chelsea is exploring Silva as a potential successor to Liam Rosenior, who resigned last month, and the club is preparing for a season-long wait before making an appointment. Silva, who led Bayer Leverkusen to the Bundesliga title in 2024, now faces the challenge of balancing coaching responsibilities with his current managerial role. Other clubs, such as Liverpool, are also looking at Silva’s future, suggesting a broader trend of seeking experienced coaches for underperforming teams.
