Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey may have to adapt to a new manager after thriving under the Portuguese coach.
Fulham are preparing for life without Marco Silva after reports emerged that the Portuguese coach is set to leave Craven Cottage and take charge of Benfica.
The 48-year-old has reportedly decided to end his five-year spell with the London club despite Fulham’s efforts to convince him to sign a new contract. Silva is expected to return to his homeland and replace Jose Mourinho at Benfica, bringing an end to one of the most successful managerial reigns in Fulham’s recent history.
While the development represents a major change for the club, it could also have significant implications for Nigerian internationals Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey, two players who have flourished under Silva’s leadership.
End Of A Successful Era
Silva arrived at Fulham in 2021 and immediately transformed the club’s fortunes.
He guided the Cottagers back to the Premier League by winning the Championship title before establishing them as a stable top-flight side. During his tenure, Fulham recorded multiple top-half finishes and achieved a club-record Premier League points tally. Reports indicate that Benfica’s interest intensified in recent weeks, with Silva now expected to make the move to Lisbon.