Silva agrees to replace Mourinho at Benfica

Marco Silva has agreed to become Benfica's new head coach as the Portuguese club formalised Jose Mourinho's departure for Real Madrid. Silva, 48, ended his five-year stint as Fulham boss a week ago when his contract at Craven Cottage expired. Benfica said they had "reached an agreement" with Silva who is set to sign a contract until the end of the 2027-28 season which can be extended to 2028-29. Fulham were Silva's fourth English club after spells in charge of Hull City, Watford and Everton. …