Bournemouth close in on Benfica defender Antonio Silva

Once a Champions League scorer at 18, Silva's career stalled, but Bournemouth's development record could revive it.

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What happened. Bournemouth have agreed a deal with Benfica to sign Antonio Silva, according to Sky Sports, with the move expected to be completed.

• Silva scored his first Champions League goal for Benfica at 18.
• He played for Portugal at the 2022 World Cup.
• His former coach Joao Nuno Fonseca praises his anticipation and maturity.

“Antonio is a very good person and the type of player that is easy to coach.”

— Joao Nuno Fonseca

Bournemouth have a strong track record of developing defenders, with Zabarnyi and Huijsen moving to top clubs.

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