Bournemouth agree £26m fee for Benfica defender Silva
Summary
Bournemouth has agreed to pay up to £26 million to sign Antonio Silva, a 22-year-old center-back from Benfica. Silva will have a medical check before completing the transfer, which aims to replace the recently departed Marcos Senesi.Key Facts
- Bournemouth’s deal for Silva is initially £21.4 million, plus £4.3 million in additional payments.
- Silva plays as a center-back and has been a regular starter for Benfica since 2022.
- He has experience in major tournaments like the Champions League, Europa League, and Club World Cup.
- Silva has 20 appearances for Portugal and was part of their 2022 World Cup and Euro 2024 squads.
- The signing follows Marcos Senesi’s move to Tottenham on a free transfer.
- Bournemouth's new manager is Marco Rose.
- Silva is Bournemouth’s second summer signing after striker Alvaro Rodriguez.
- Bournemouth sold over £200 million worth of players last year and wants to keep key players Alex Scott, Rayan, and Junior Kroupi, who is currently injured.
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