Bournemouth are set to complete the signing of Benfica centre-back Antonio Silva, with the transfer expected to be finalized in the coming days.
The Premier League club has been in advanced discussions for the Portugal international.Sources close to the deal indicated last week that negotiations were progressing positively.
That groundwork has now put Bournemouth in position to secure the 22-year-old defender.Benfica have agreed to allow Silva to leave and are preparing to sanction the move shortly. The decision marks the end of his stint with the Lisbon giants as he prepares for a move to England.The transfer was coordinated with Silva’s representative, Jorge Mendes.
Agreement on personal terms between the player and Bournemouth was reached last week, which helped accelerate talks with Benfica.With all major conditions now aligned, only formal procedures remain before the deal is announced. Bournemouth see Silva as a key addition to bolster their defensive options for the season ahead.
