Another Premier League club changes manager! » He is favorite to replace Jose Mourinho at Benfica
Article by Daniel Scorpie – Published on Tuesday, 02 June 2026 21:22 / Updated on Tuesday, 02 June 2026 21:24
Fulham parted ways with Marco Silva (48) this evening after five years of collaboration. The Portuguese coach has finished his contract with the London side, with whom he finished 11th in the last edition of the Premier League, and his next destination seems to be Benfica.
Marco Silva spent 229 matches on the technical bench of the team at “Craven Cottage”, being the one who promoted them from the Championship in his very first season. After which he managed to save Fulham from relegation without emotion, consistently finishing in the middle of the table, between 10th and 13th places.
We can confirm that Marco Silva will leave his role as Head Coach at Fulham this summer.
It's a position that Silva has held for five years – a spell which was laden with success.
— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) June 2, 2026
The Portuguese coach refused to extend his commitment, so the term that started in 2021 the west London club ended today. “To our fans – we've asked you, since day one, to always be with us. And that's what you've done for the last five years. We've accomplished a lot together.
“My staff and I have always felt your support. We will never forget. Fulham will always be in my heart and sooner or later I will be back at Craven Cottage.” is Marco Silva's parting message.
A Bola: “Marco Silva is on his way to Benfica, ending nine seasons in England at Fulham, Hull, Watford and Everton”
The 48-year-old Portuguese has been named as the hot favorite to take the job at Benfica, who are looking to replace Jose Mourinho, who is poised for a return to Real Madrid.
For his part, Fulham owner Shahid Khan returned his words of appreciation: “Marco Silva leaves our club with my gratitude and best wishes.
Marco Silva / Photo: Imago
Fulham and Marco were an excellent match for five seasons, but change is inevitable in this game and we have prepared accordingly for this moment.
The talent of our squad, our historic stadium, our passionate fans and my commitment to supporting the club make Fulham a hugely attractive destination for the next manager.”
Daily newspaper A Bola announce that “Marco Silva is on his way to Benfica, ending his 9-season spell in England where, before Fulham, he coached Hull City, Watford and Everton. And the English press are tipping Kieran McKenna (Ipswich Town) as the main favorite to succeed Marco Silva.
