Marco Silva is ready to commit his long-term future to Fulham after rejecting lucrative approaches from Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal, according to a report from the i’s Mark Douglas this afternoon.
The I’s story confirms our article yesterday that the Portuguese head coach had turned down another offer from Al-Hilal, who have now confirmed the appointment of Jorge Jesus as their new manager. Silva was reportedly offered around £17m a year by the Public Investment Fund-backed club, who signed Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves in a deal worth a reported £47m. There were worries over whether Silva, who had been waiting to ascertain the extent of Fulham’s ambition ahead of the new campaign, would leave Craven Cottage – but the i says that he is now prepared to put pen to paper on the long-term contract that the Fulham hierarchy have offered.
Silva believes he still has unfinished business in the English game, having been sacked by Everton, and is also acutely aware that some observers question his loyalty after entertaining approaches from Goodison Park whilst he was in charge of Watford. The 45 year-old is also excited by the prospect of building on two superb seasons in SW6, having led Fulham back to the top flight at the first attempt by winning the Championship in style after succeeding Scott Parker. He then steered the Whites to tenth last season, making a mockery of pre-season predictions of a season of struggle.
Fantastic now get Willian Solomon and Robinson sorted too
good newzz,well done Mr Silva. become a Fulham legend.
Perhaps when he officially signs he might persuade Willian to reconsider. Nothing definite until he signed along the dotted line. The sooner the better
excellent news for fulham an brilliant coach and an a marvellous motivator and a coach who plays football to win matches and with a attacking style.
He lost 4 of his best players at the end of the competion and did not complain but told the fringe
players show me what you are capable and got nearly the record of 54 points.
much success Lou Koopman.
Can’t wait for him to sign a long term contract i also hope we can keep Willian Solomon and Robinson and add some good players to the squad before preseason games start.
Kudos to him. Saudi money is blood money. Shame we sell weapons to them, Sorry,too political, but I’m glad I don’t support NUFC.
Let’s not excited yet. As far as I can see he has only agreed not to go to Saudi Arabia. There is nothing to indicate HD is going to sign an extended contract let alone negotiate terms. At the moment all I am fairly confident at the moment is he will stay with us until the end of the forthcoming season. I think he will wait to see what Mr Khan and his team does in this transfer window. Losing Willian is not a good start . I would like to think the club will reconsider but I am not holding my breath. Therefore retaining Robinson and Jao P is essential, then we can get then get on with incomings . Another Central defender and cover at full back are of paramount importance.
Totally agree with Richard s comments Willian gone assume due to financial reasons Solomon gone and Robinson highly unlikely to sign new contract Mr Khan has a lot to do before season start.
Of Fulham do not start to bring players in I suspect Marco will walk away and I would not blame him.
Tony Khan should get new guys in the door instead of waiting to pick up the leftovers.
Fulham could lose six of there the top player’s, Tosin Adarabiyo, Willian, Cairney, Palhinia, Anderson, Tete, Solomon, to other club’s. Wake up Mr Khan, What away to start a new season.