https://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2059707733117415480?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
It's being reported Silva has a verbal agreement in place within the last hour to become the new head coach at Benfica...
https://x.com/talkSPORT/status/2059713787817541729?s=20
Do we really need another thread? 12 pages already
Quote from: FFC007 on May 27, 2026, 09:41:35 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2059707733117415480?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
It's being reported Silva has a verbal agreement in place within the last hour to become the new head coach at Benfica...
Beautiful big villa, swimming pool, guaranteed sunshine throughout the year, great golf clubs, restaurants, food, wine, sherry, friendly people and climate..... not to mention Benfica being a big club with a great stadium....
Yeah, must be a wrench leaving London. But you've earned it. I don't regard you as a 'snake' at all. It's what most would have done in your position. You are Portugese for starters.
So, good luck and thank you Marco, for the stability and continuation in the Premier League you have bought to Fulham. Some of the football wasn't exactly spine-tingling. But hey, at least we are not contemplating championship football and trips to places like Lincoln and other crap holes like that next season.
Quote from: SuperFreeman on May 28, 2026, 06:35:54 AMQuote from: FFC007 on May 27, 2026, 09:41:35 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2059707733117415480?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
It's being reported Silva has a verbal agreement in place within the last hour to become the new head coach at Benfica...
Beautiful big villa, swimming pool, guaranteed sunshine throughout the year, great golf clubs, restaurants, food, wine, sherry, friendly people and climate..... not to mention Benfica being a big club with a great stadium....
Yeah, must be a wrench leaving London. But you've earned it. I don't regard you as a 'snake' at all. It's what most would have done in your position. You are Portugese for starters.
So, good luck and thank you Marco, for the stability and continuation in the Premier League you have bought to Fulham. Some of the football wasn't exactly spine-tingling. But hey, at least we are not contemplating championship football and trips to places like Lincoln and other crap holes like that next season.
Since when has Lincoln been a crap hole as you say.
It's a beautiful City,have you ever been there?
Nitpicking but the sherry is next door in Spain (Jerez), but we do have port (Porto). Lisbon winters can be pretty cold, thankfully they are not too long. Lovely city though especially when you can smell the sardines on the grill.
I'd be amazed if Benfica would pay Marcus £4m a year .... so he's not going for the money...
Nice to go back home though...
Lincoln is lovely by the way ... just wouldn't want to play our football there..
COYW
So does this mean we just sit in limbo waiting for Mourinho to sort out his deal with Madrid. I hope we now ask MS if it's true and immediately say we are not prepared to wait around, we still want you but you either sign our new contract now or you go elsewhere so that we can get a new manager in place.
Why should we be mucked about by what Mourinho might decide and when.
I don't blame MS for trying to keep his options open but that option needs closing asap.
Quote from: ffcthereligion on May 27, 2026, 09:42:58 PMDo we really need another thread? 12 pages already
Probably not but we like a challenge on here. Think of it as a warm up to the likely managerial candidates threads coming this way! ::scarf::
If true, and I hope it isn't, but if true, he should be removed immediately and anew manager appointed. We need that stability or else pre season will be shambolic.
However, how do talkspoort know, did Marco tell them?
Quote from: SuperFreeman on May 28, 2026, 06:35:54 AMQuote from: FFC007 on May 27, 2026, 09:41:35 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2059707733117415480?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
It's being reported Silva has a verbal agreement in place within the last hour to become the new head coach at Benfica...
Beautiful big villa, swimming pool, guaranteed sunshine throughout the year, great golf clubs, restaurants, food, wine, sherry, friendly people and climate..... not to mention Benfica being a big club with a great stadium....
Yeah, must be a wrench leaving London. But you've earned it. I don't regard you as a 'snake' at all. It's what most would have done in your position. You are Portugese for starters.
So, good luck and thank you Marco, for the stability and continuation in the Premier League you have bought to Fulham. Some of the football wasn't exactly spine-tingling. But hey, at least we are not contemplating championship football and trips to places like Lincoln and other crap holes like that next season.
Lincoln has a beautiful cathedral and is a lovely small city. Are you actually as ignorant as you make out?
Quote from: Fulham Tup North on May 28, 2026, 11:30:31 AMI'd be amazed if Benfica would pay Marcus £4m a year .... so he's not going for the money...
Nice to go back home though...
Lincoln is lovely by the way ... just wouldn't want to play our football there..
COYW
Is that near Skeggy
https://x.com/tabuteauS/status/2059953533370184068
Quote from: Coastwalker on May 28, 2026, 06:55:31 AMQuote from: SuperFreeman on May 28, 2026, 06:35:54 AMQuote from: FFC007 on May 27, 2026, 09:41:35 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2059707733117415480?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
It's being reported Silva has a verbal agreement in place within the last hour to become the new head coach at Benfica...
Beautiful big villa, swimming pool, guaranteed sunshine throughout the year, great golf clubs, restaurants, food, wine, sherry, friendly people and climate..... not to mention Benfica being a big club with a great stadium....
Yeah, must be a wrench leaving London. But you've earned it. I don't regard you as a 'snake' at all. It's what most would have done in your position. You are Portugese for starters.
So, good luck and thank you Marco, for the stability and continuation in the Premier League you have bought to Fulham. Some of the football wasn't exactly spine-tingling. But hey, at least we are not contemplating championship football and trips to places like Lincoln and other crap holes like that next season.
Since when has Lincoln been a crap hole as you say.
It's a beautiful City,have you ever been there?
Quote from: Twig on May 28, 2026, 11:57:30 AMQuote from: SuperFreeman on May 28, 2026, 06:35:54 AMQuote from: FFC007 on May 27, 2026, 09:41:35 PMhttps://x.com/FulhamTransfer/status/2059707733117415480?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet
It's being reported Silva has a verbal agreement in place within the last hour to become the new head coach at Benfica...
Beautiful big villa, swimming pool, guaranteed sunshine throughout the year, great golf clubs, restaurants, food, wine, sherry, friendly people and climate..... not to mention Benfica being a big club with a great stadium....
Yeah, must be a wrench leaving London. But you've earned it. I don't regard you as a 'snake' at all. It's what most would have done in your position. You are Portugese for starters.
So, good luck and thank you Marco, for the stability and continuation in the Premier League you have bought to Fulham. Some of the football wasn't exactly spine-tingling. But hey, at least we are not contemplating championship football and trips to places like Lincoln and other crap holes like that next season.
Lincoln has a beautiful cathedral and is a lovely small city. Are you actually as ignorant as you make out?
To be fair, we might be going there the season after next, unless recruitment buck their ideas up!
Quote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 09:44:46 AMNitpicking but the sherry is next door in Spain (Jerez), but we do have port (Porto). Lisbon winters can be pretty cold, thankfully they are not too long. Lovely city though especially when you can smell the sardines on the grill.
I keep reading that Lisbon has been destroyed by tourism and that the local culture which made in special in the first place are being priced out
The cost of popularity
Lisbon is well down on my list of 'destroyed by tourists' destinations but tourism certainly exists; the city and surrounds have a lot to offer. In peak times the amount of tourism can be bothersome, so try March or October/November if you have concerns. There are plenty of easy to reach (from Lisbon) historic towns also well worth a visit, where you shouldn't have much trouble finding local culture and just one or two locals that don't speak English.
Quote from: perry geyton on May 28, 2026, 09:22:28 PMQuote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 09:44:46 AMNitpicking but the sherry is next door in Spain (Jerez), but we do have port (Porto). Lisbon winters can be pretty cold, thankfully they are not too long. Lovely city though especially when you can smell the sardines on the grill.
I keep reading that Lisbon has been destroyed by tourism and that the local culture which made in special in the first place are being priced out
The price of popularity
Sounds like the current situation for fans at the cottage...
Quote from: perry geyton on May 28, 2026, 09:22:28 PMQuote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 09:44:46 AMNitpicking but the sherry is next door in Spain (Jerez), but we do have port (Porto). Lisbon winters can be pretty cold, thankfully they are not too long. Lovely city though especially when you can smell the sardines on the grill.
I keep reading that Lisbon has been destroyed by tourism and that the local culture which made in special in the first place are being priced out
The price of popularity
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Lots of tourists like any major capital Piri. Was there again a couple of weeks back and if you like walking up and down hills, it really is a beautiful place to be.
Quote from: perry geyton on May 28, 2026, 09:22:28 PMQuote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 09:44:46 AMNitpicking but the sherry is next door in Spain (Jerez), but we do have port (Porto). Lisbon winters can be pretty cold, thankfully they are not too long. Lovely city though especially when you can smell the sardines on the grill.
I keep reading that Lisbon has been destroyed by tourism and that the local culture which made in special in the first place are being priced out
The price of popularity
I was there end of Jan and it's a wonderful place to visit. Might be different in the summer of course, but you could say the same about any European capital.
It was also incredible value. Food and drink was a fraction of the prices in the UK
Doubt they know more than anyone else. This bit is particularly dodgy "The west Londoners are pushing for a definite answer before the end of May."
Erm in fact Marco said he would say this week!
Quote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 10:07:00 PMLisbon is well down on my list of 'destroyed by tourists' destinations but tourism certainly exists; the city and surrounds have a lot to offer. In peak times the amount of tourism can be bothersome, so try March or October/November if you have concerns. There are plenty of easy to reach (from Lisbon) historic towns also well worth a visit, where you shouldn't have much trouble finding local culture and just one or two locals that don't speak English.
Moved to Spain a decade ago because of a girl from Lisbon. I love Lisbon, and just a short ride from Lisbon you find Sesimbra, me favorite place on earth.
I also find the Portuguese in general to be some of my favourite people in the world, and the Spanish to be some the most annoying. Incredible to me that you are neighbours and still so different.
Quote from: AJW48361 on May 28, 2026, 12:05:44 PMQuote from: Fulham Tup North on May 28, 2026, 11:30:31 AMI'd be amazed if Benfica would pay Marcus £4m a year .... so he's not going for the money...
Nice to go back home though...
Lincoln is lovely by the way ... just wouldn't want to play our football there..
COYW
Is that near Skeggy
You can put me down as a Lincoln appreciator. Its major drawback is that it's near absolutely nowhere at all. Out of curiosity Google maps indicated Skeggy is 40 miles from Lincoln and would take over an hour to drive at seven in the morning. I then asked ChatGPT where is forty miles from Craven Cottage and both Brighton and Reading were amongst the suggestions.
So in my book, it's arguably a great place to "get away from it all". Go in August and you can ponder the rear construction of agricultural vehicles extensively as you travel and, on arrival, how the heck such a hill formed in surely the flattest part of the country.
When does football start again?
Quote from: perry geyton on May 28, 2026, 09:22:28 PMQuote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 09:44:46 AMNitpicking but the sherry is next door in Spain (Jerez), but we do have port (Porto). Lisbon winters can be pretty cold, thankfully they are not too long. Lovely city though especially when you can smell the sardines on the grill.
I keep reading that Lisbon has been destroyed by tourism and that the local culture which made in special in the first place are being priced out
The price of popularity
I don't think that's true at all. Of course Lisbon has its tourists but so do NYC, Paris, Rome, London (my home) etc and I don't think any of them have been ruined by tourism. In fact I rather enjoy the occasional chat to someone visiting from abroad.
This Silva situation has turned into a bit of a Scott Parker scenario with Bournemouth. Silva's dragged it on till the end of the season.
Is it the domino effect with Benfica waiting on Maourinho going to Real.
Silva surely couldn't stay now even if he changed his mind and wanted to. The air around him is so poisoned with this pantomime there would be no credibility left.
Quote from: ron on May 29, 2026, 11:55:32 AMSilva surely couldn't stay now even if he changed his mind and wanted to. The air around him is so poisoned with this pantomime there would be no credibility left.
I think that is just a thing with a part of the fanbase, not an actual thing for the club and players.
But that is just my assessment.
I wish people would stop thinking that Silva leaving is a personal slight against Fulham. He has spent 5 years at the club and has taken us from the Championship to mid table stability. He fancies going home for less money and to a team that always has European football. Good luck and thanks is all that we should be saying.
Quote from: F(f)CUK on May 29, 2026, 01:28:26 PMI wish people would stop thinking that Silva leaving is a personal slight against Fulham. He has spent 5 years at the club and has taken us from the Championship to mid table stability. He fancies going home for less money and to a team that always has European football. Good luck and thanks is all that we should be saying.
I don't think people have an issue with him leaving because we all knew this day would come eventually, it's more the fact it looks like he's been sitting on the fence for months when he's openly admitted the club have made him an offer to renew his contract but seems to want any remotely big club to make him an offer at the same time. Supporters want committment and MS currently isn't giving that, which coupled with the lousy performances in the last few months is eroding away the goodwill he's built with the fanbase
Quote from: AJW48361 on May 28, 2026, 12:05:44 PMQuote from: Fulham Tup North on May 28, 2026, 11:30:31 AMI'd be amazed if Benfica would pay Marcus £4m a year .... so he's not going for the money...
Nice to go back home though...
Lincoln is lovely by the way ... just wouldn't want to play our football there..
COYW
Is that near Skeggy
I've lived in the city of Lincoln for 11 years and everyone (and I mean everyone) I know who has visited has been impressed by how nice it is.
Lincoln City's ground is a bit basic due to their past financial problems but they are on a sound footing now and I think they will surprise a few in the championship.
And Skeggy is about 40 mins in the car away but i wouldn't recommend more than a day trip there.
He is doing something well within his rights. Like Fulham do with transfer windows, they have back up plans. I said at Christmas that I didn't fear Silva leaving us for Chelsea or Spurs, but I did see him leaving for Benfica. He is going to Benfica, but if something falls through, then he has us as a backup plan. We, as Fulham, just need to be ready for when the decision is made.
The guy doesn't want to be here anymore, it's very clear
The offer is meant to be double his current salary which gets him to £8m a year
If he's still having to think about it then it's clear IMO
Would rather he not stay now if Benfica falls through, I want someone that wants to be here...
Quote from: Benny on May 29, 2026, 02:41:13 PMThe guy doesn't want to be here anymore, it's very clear
The offer is meant to be double his current salary which gets him to £8m a year
If he's still having to think about it then it's clear IMO
Would rather he not stay now if Benfica falls through, I want someone that wants to be here...
I believe Felix wanted to be here, that didn't go too well.
Quote from: Benny on May 29, 2026, 02:41:13 PMThe guy doesn't want to be here anymore, it's very clear
The offer is meant to be double his current salary which gets him to £8m a year
If he's still having to think about it then it's clear IMO
Would rather he not stay now if Benfica falls through, I want someone that wants to be here...
Where is your actual evidence Marco has had enough of Fulham? At the moment all we have to rely on is his own words which do not support you and a load of stuff underemployed sports gossip commentators have been upping their engagement stats with. I am not saying he is staying, but I am saying we do not have a clue.
The next thing we will hear is the MS needs a little while longer before making his decision. All this to enable Real Madrid to decide on Mourinho after their elections. Why the hell are we hanging around for this guy, just pay him his last month of his contract and tell him to do one. We need to move on an try and get some stability ASAP.
Quote from: Twig on May 29, 2026, 07:40:43 AMQuote from: perry geyton on May 28, 2026, 09:22:28 PMQuote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 09:44:46 AMNitpicking but the sherry is next door in Spain (Jerez), but we do have port (Porto). Lisbon winters can be pretty cold, thankfully they are not too long. Lovely city though especially when you can smell the sardines on the grill.
I keep reading that Lisbon has been destroyed by tourism and that the local culture which made in special in the first place are being priced out
The price of popularity
I don't think that's true at all. Of course Lisbon has its tourists but so do NYC, Paris, Rome, London (my home) etc and I don't think any of them have been ruined by tourism. In fact I rather enjoy the occasional chat to someone visiting from abroad.
https://www.dw.com/en/priced-out-of-lisbon-when-a-full-time-job-isnt-enough/video-76841904
Quote from: Deeping_white on May 29, 2026, 01:34:03 PMQuote from: F(f)CUK on May 29, 2026, 01:28:26 PMI wish people would stop thinking that Silva leaving is a personal slight against Fulham. He has spent 5 years at the club and has taken us from the Championship to mid table stability. He fancies going home for less money and to a team that always has European football. Good luck and thanks is all that we should be saying.
I don't think people have an issue with him leaving because we all knew this day would come eventually, it's more the fact it looks like he's been sitting on the fence for months when he's openly admitted the club have made him an offer to renew his contract but seems to want any remotely big club to make him an offer at the same time. Supporters want committment and MS currently isn't giving that, which coupled with the lousy performances in the last few months is eroding away the goodwill he's built with the fanbase
What remotely big clubs would that be? Mostly seen about Benfica, which is of course a big club.
Quote from: perry geyton on May 29, 2026, 04:10:22 PMQuote from: Twig on May 29, 2026, 07:40:43 AMQuote from: perry geyton on May 28, 2026, 09:22:28 PMQuote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 09:44:46 AMNitpicking but the sherry is next door in Spain (Jerez), but we do have port (Porto). Lisbon winters can be pretty cold, thankfully they are not too long. Lovely city though especially when you can smell the sardines on the grill.
I keep reading that Lisbon has been destroyed by tourism and that the local culture which made in special in the first place are being priced out
The price of popularity
I don't think that's true at all. Of course Lisbon has its tourists but so do NYC, Paris, Rome, London (my home) etc and I don't think any of them have been ruined by tourism. In fact I rather enjoy the occasional chat to someone visiting from abroad.
https://www.dw.com/en/priced-out-of-lisbon-when-a-full-time-job-isnt-enough/video-76841904
Nothing unusual about that. It happens to popular tourist towns in the UK and elsewhere. I'm sure it's true of some towns in the US as well as across Europe. If you are unfortunate enough not to be a high earner then being priced out of the property market is common. It's a big problem and a very regrettable one but I'm not sure there is anything unique to Lisbon?
Quote from: Volz on May 29, 2026, 12:20:33 AMQuote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 10:07:00 PMLisbon is well down on my list of 'destroyed by tourists' destinations but tourism certainly exists; the city and surrounds have a lot to offer. In peak times the amount of tourism can be bothersome, so try March or October/November if you have concerns. There are plenty of easy to reach (from Lisbon) historic towns also well worth a visit, where you shouldn't have much trouble finding local culture and just one or two locals that don't speak English.
Moved to Spain a decade ago because of a girl from Lisbon. I love Lisbon, and just a short ride from Lisbon you find Sesimbra, me favorite place on earth.
I also find the Portuguese in general to be some of my favourite people in the world, and the Spanish to be some the most annoying. Incredible to me that you are neighbours and still so different.
Like Americans and Canadians
Quote from: South Coast White on May 29, 2026, 03:20:14 PMThe next thing we will hear is the MS needs a little while longer before making his decision. All this to enable Real Madrid to decide on Mourinho after their elections. Why the hell are we hanging around for this guy, just pay him his last month of his contract and tell him to do one. We need to move on an try and get some stability ASAP.
Totally agree but show him the door in the nicest possible way.
Would it be foolish of me to think the club has made contact with suitable replacements some time ago just in case this happened and we already have someone (or several) in mind?
Quote from: acji on May 29, 2026, 03:12:47 PMQuote from: Benny on May 29, 2026, 02:41:13 PMThe guy doesn't want to be here anymore, it's very clear
The offer is meant to be double his current salary which gets him to £8m a year
If he's still having to think about it then it's clear IMO
Would rather he not stay now if Benfica falls through, I want someone that wants to be here...
Where is your actual evidence Marco has had enough of Fulham? At the moment all we have to rely on is his own words which do not support you and a load of stuff underemployed sports gossip commentators have been upping their engagement stats with. I am not saying he is staying, but I am saying we do not have a clue.
You've either been living in a cave or a bit naive if you think there's no evidence he's looking for a change.
Quote from: Benny on May 29, 2026, 02:41:13 PMThe guy doesn't want to be here anymore, it's very clear
The offer is meant to be double his current salary which gets him to £8m a year
If he's still having to think about it then it's clear IMO
Would rather he not stay now if Benfica falls through, I want someone that wants to be here...
I don't believe that at all. He has fulfilled his contract, actually on June 1st, and not unlike any other ambitious person in any field, is weighing up his options. One option apppears to be Benfica in his home country and home town I believe. A team that plays European football every year. To my knowledge he has not mentioned any verbal agreement and I'm not even sure he has met them, but I could be wrong. Being an optimist I think he will stay and hope he stays. Rodgers, Southgate, Potter, Poch, Lampard, Ange, Rosenior, Dead snake, O'Neil do not thrill me at all. By the way the bookies favourites are Rodgers, Southgate and Rosenoir. Imagine that!
Quote from: blingo on May 28, 2026, 11:00:39 PMQuote from: perry geyton on May 28, 2026, 09:22:28 PMQuote from: onecupsoon on May 28, 2026, 09:44:46 AMNitpicking but the sherry is next door in Spain (Jerez), but we do have port (Porto). Lisbon winters can be pretty cold, thankfully they are not too long. Lovely city though especially when you can smell the sardines on the grill.
I keep reading that Lisbon has been destroyed by tourism and that the local culture which made in special in the first place are being priced out
The price of popularity
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Lots of tourists like any major capital Piri. Was there again a couple of weeks back and if you like walking up and down hills, it really is a beautiful place to be.
Not a big fan slopey city's Bongo, never go to San Fran for that reason
A ride on the yellow No.28 tram and then coffee and a pastel de nata makes a great day in Lisbon.
Quote from: ron on May 30, 2026, 07:13:56 AMA ride on the yellow No.28 tram and then coffee and a pastel de nata makes a great day in Lisbon.
Perhaps, but that's a large part of what Lisbon has to offer... it doesn't compare to London really in any real way. Though obviously different if a home city
The fact he still doesn't know is answering the question. The club needs someone in charge in the next week/10 days max
Can see this is running till Silva decides as khan doesn't fancy picking a new head coach and can see Mullen's being given the vacancy.
Hopefully Marco will make his decision tomorrow. If not, the Khans should make it up for him in the sense of withdrawing any offer, paying him up to 30/06/26 or whatever date his contract stipulates, and offering the job to their number one choice, assuming they have planned sufficiently well to have one. If not, the Khans look weak - content to let Marco keep his option of staying open for longer than he said, to the detriment of the Club. Without a manager in place, Marco or AN Other, player sales and purchases cannot sensibly proceed and we certainly need to strengthen.
Quote from: Oakeshott on May 30, 2026, 08:41:36 PMHopefully Marco will make his decision tomorrow. If not, the Khans should make it up for him in the sense of withdrawing any offer, paying him up to 30/06/26 or whatever date his contract stipulates, and offering the job to their number one choice, assuming they have planned sufficiently well to have one. If not, the Khans look weak - content to let Marco keep his option of staying open for longer than he said, to the detriment of the Club. Without a manager in place, Marco or AN Other, player sales and purchases cannot sensibly proceed and we certainly need to strengthen.
I don't think that any businessman worth $15 billion is ever going to look weak Sir.
Quote from: General on May 30, 2026, 07:18:53 AMQuote from: ron on May 30, 2026, 07:13:56 AMA ride on the yellow No.28 tram and then coffee and a pastel de nata makes a great day in Lisbon.
Perhaps, but that's a large part of what Lisbon has to offer... it doesn't compare to London really in any real way. Though obviously different if a home city
Lisbon has access to a beautiful coastline, wonderful architecture, some of the best cafe culture in the world, Fado, beautiful public gardens, great gastronomy and wine. Whilst London has many assets it would be daft to write off Lisbon as somehow limited in its attractions.
Quote from: Twig on May 31, 2026, 01:14:30 PMQuote from: General on May 30, 2026, 07:18:53 AMQuote from: ron on May 30, 2026, 07:13:56 AMA ride on the yellow No.28 tram and then coffee and a pastel de nata makes a great day in Lisbon.
Perhaps, but that's a large part of what Lisbon has to offer... it doesn't compare to London really in any real way. Though obviously different if a home city
Lisbon has access to a beautiful coastline, wonderful architecture, some of the best cafe culture in the world, Fado, beautiful public gardens, great gastronomy and wine. Whilst London has many assets it would be daft to write off Lisbon as somehow limited in its attractions.
It may have those things, but london is simply on a different level for most people. I'm not denying Lisbon isn't a nice city.
Get big Ange in.
Quote from: blingo on May 31, 2026, 11:41:20 AMQuote from: Oakeshott on May 30, 2026, 08:41:36 PMHopefully Marco will make his decision tomorrow. If not, the Khans should make it up for him in the sense of withdrawing any offer, paying him up to 30/06/26 or whatever date his contract stipulates, and offering the job to their number one choice, assuming they have planned sufficiently well to have one. If not, the Khans look weak - content to let Marco keep his option of staying open for longer than he said, to the detriment of the Club. Without a manager in place, Marco or AN Other, player sales and purchases cannot sensibly proceed and we certainly need to strengthen.
I don't think that any businessman worth $15 billion is ever going to look weak Sir.
I think you'd be surprised, there's always an upwards comparison for most people of wealth, either financially, materially, or ethically.. its never that straightforward.
Fundamentally in this case, for the chance for the clubs value to appreciate, it needs a good manager first of all, then players (second because they depend on the manager), and then good results and at best silverware.
This is a people industry, moreso than most, and requires strong tactical expertise, people skills, reputation and all else to succeed
It's being widely reported in the Portuguese press today that discussions between Benfica and Marco Silva have collapsed over the Financial arrangements and that Benfica are now looking elsewhere,
Expect a photo of Marco Silva on the Cottage balcony in the next couple of days with a Fulham scarf around his next followed by an interview in which he declares his undying love for the club.
COYSW
Quote from: C Block on May 31, 2026, 02:26:48 PMIt's being widely reported in the Portuguese press today that discussions between Benfica and Marco Silva have collapsed over the Financial arrangements and that Benfica are now looking elsewhere,
Expect a photo of Marco Silva on the Cottage balcony in the next couple of days with a Fulham scarf around his next followed by an interview in which he declares his undying love for the club.
COYSW
Really hope he goes now. It's gone on too long and he clearly wants to leave. If he stays at this point its just because he has run out of options elsewhere. His heart will not be in it for Fulham. It's best that he leaves, we get a replacement and move on.
Quote from: C Block on May 31, 2026, 02:26:48 PMIt's being widely reported in the Portuguese press today that discussions between Benfica and Marco Silva have collapsed over the Financial arrangements and that Benfica are now looking elsewhere,
Expect a photo of Marco Silva on the Cottage balcony in the next couple of days with a Fulham scarf around his next followed by an interview in which he declares his undying love for the club.
COYSW
And that's the worst case scenario. If he was truly onboard the FFC train, he'd have re-signed ages ago. But now we'll have a half-hearted, burnt-out manager who will undoubtedly do okay for the first 2/3 of every season and then collapse yet again after reaching 40 points.
Don't know how I feel about that. I suppose results can make up for a lot and if he can find that next level by settling down and focusing on Fulham, then good for us and good for him.
Curious what the financial disagreements were about.
Quote from: Jules on May 31, 2026, 02:38:50 PMQuote from: C Block on May 31, 2026, 02:26:48 PMIt's being widely reported in the Portuguese press today that discussions between Benfica and Marco Silva have collapsed over the Financial arrangements and that Benfica are now looking elsewhere,
Expect a photo of Marco Silva on the Cottage balcony in the next couple of days with a Fulham scarf around his next followed by an interview in which he declares his undying love for the club.
COYSW
Really hope he goes now. It's gone on too long and he clearly wants to leave. If he stays at this point its just because he has run out of options elsewhere. His heart will not be in it for Fulham. It's best that he leaves, we get a replacement and move on.
You are literally relying on gossip from underemployed sports journalists to form that opinion, What has he actually said to support your view?
Quote from: demeant0r on May 31, 2026, 02:39:18 PMQuote from: C Block on May 31, 2026, 02:26:48 PMIt's being widely reported in the Portuguese press today that discussions between Benfica and Marco Silva have collapsed over the Financial arrangements and that Benfica are now looking elsewhere,
Expect a photo of Marco Silva on the Cottage balcony in the next couple of days with a Fulham scarf around his next followed by an interview in which he declares his undying love for the club.
COYSW
And that's the worst case scenario. If he was truly onboard the FFC train, he'd have re-signed ages ago. But now we'll have a half-hearted, burnt-out manager who will undoubtedly do okay for the first 2/3 of every season and then collapse yet again after reaching 40 points.
Not so sure about that, clearly our transfer work has not been up to scratch and if that has been down to Marco not having enough influence, it would be entirely approriate to negotiate for as long as needed to get the budget and infleunce needed.
Quote from: acji on May 31, 2026, 02:55:30 PMQuote from: Jules on May 31, 2026, 02:38:50 PMQuote from: C Block on May 31, 2026, 02:26:48 PMIt's being widely reported in the Portuguese press today that discussions between Benfica and Marco Silva have collapsed over the Financial arrangements and that Benfica are now looking elsewhere,
Expect a photo of Marco Silva on the Cottage balcony in the next couple of days with a Fulham scarf around his next followed by an interview in which he declares his undying love for the club.
COYSW
Really hope he goes now. It's gone on too long and he clearly wants to leave. If he stays at this point its just because he has run out of options elsewhere. His heart will not be in it for Fulham. It's best that he leaves, we get a replacement and move on.
You are literally relying on gossip from underemployed sports journalists to form that opinion, What has he actually said to support your view?
He's kept us waiting for an answer for months without committing. The club have put a generous contract on the table. These are facts. He is so clearly waiting for another option to come open for him. This is all fine. He is out of contract literally from now. So,what i am saying is I want him to move on. We can thank him (would have been better to do this at the last game) and the club can appoint a successor.
Quote from: C Block on May 31, 2026, 02:26:48 PMCOYSW
Just for a second, I thought you were cheering on Sheffield Wednesday :slap: :slap:
Quote from: Jules on May 31, 2026, 03:10:11 PMQuote from: acji on May 31, 2026, 02:55:30 PMQuote from: Jules on May 31, 2026, 02:38:50 PMQuote from: C Block on May 31, 2026, 02:26:48 PMIt's being widely reported in the Portuguese press today that discussions between Benfica and Marco Silva have collapsed over the Financial arrangements and that Benfica are now looking elsewhere,
Expect a photo of Marco Silva on the Cottage balcony in the next couple of days with a Fulham scarf around his next followed by an interview in which he declares his undying love for the club.
COYSW
Really hope he goes now. It's gone on too long and he clearly wants to leave. If he stays at this point its just because he has run out of options elsewhere. His heart will not be in it for Fulham. It's best that he leaves, we get a replacement and move on.
You are literally relying on gossip from underemployed sports journalists to form that opinion, What has he actually said to support your view?
He's kept us waiting for an answer for months without committing. The club have put a generous contract on the table. These are facts. He is so clearly waiting for another option to come open for him. This is all fine. He is out of contract literally from now. So,what i am saying is I want him to move on. We can thank him (would have been better to do this at the last game) and the club can appoint a successor.
It's a small point but my understanding is that he is out of contract from June 30th. Stand to be corrected on that? I'm sure someone has the facts.
Quote from: C Block on May 31, 2026, 02:26:48 PMIt's being widely reported in the Portuguese press today that discussions between Benfica and Marco Silva have collapsed over the Financial arrangements and that Benfica are now looking elsewhere,
Expect a photo of Marco Silva on the Cottage balcony in the next couple of days with a Fulham scarf around his next followed by an interview in which he declares his undying love for the club.
COYSW
Lol And we'd happily lap it all up of course ! 🤣🤣🤣
Quote from: Twig on May 31, 2026, 03:32:39 PMQuote from: Jules on May 31, 2026, 03:10:11 PMQuote from: acji on May 31, 2026, 02:55:30 PMQuote from: Jules on May 31, 2026, 02:38:50 PMQuote from: C Block on May 31, 2026, 02:26:48 PMIt's being widely reported in the Portuguese press today that discussions between Benfica and Marco Silva have collapsed over the Financial arrangements and that Benfica are now looking elsewhere,
Expect a photo of Marco Silva on the Cottage balcony in the next couple of days with a Fulham scarf around his next followed by an interview in which he declares his undying love for the club.
COYSW
Really hope he goes now. It's gone on too long and he clearly wants to leave. If he stays at this point its just because he has run out of options elsewhere. His heart will not be in it for Fulham. It's best that he leaves, we get a replacement and move on.
You are literally relying on gossip from underemployed sports journalists to form that opinion, What has he actually said to support your view?
He's kept us waiting for an answer for months without committing. The club have put a generous contract on the table. These are facts. He is so clearly waiting for another option to come open for him. This is all fine. He is out of contract literally from now. So,what i am saying is I want him to move on. We can thank him (would have been better to do this at the last game) and the club can appoint a successor.
It's a small point but my understanding is that he is out of contract from June 30th. Stand to be corrected on that? I'm sure someone has the facts.
Correct, however.
For the last 2 seasons, Marco Silva has been highly frustrated with the board at Fulham over late signings, the wrong type of signings, control, and ultimately funding, that allows him and the club to compete and sustain European cup football.
Whilst I'm not exactly Marco's biggest fan, last season, he was promised a bit more control, and a head of recruitment on British soil at Motspur Park, which the Club also failed to deliver.
He is, ultimately, a big fan of Fulham, loves the club, fans, and is doing this not just for him, but the fans also, as he feels they too have been let down.
Most of what we are reading right now is noise from the Portuguese media, Mendes has been pushing the issue on behalf of Silva, mainly to push Fulham so he gets what he wants.
Ultimately, Silva is entitled to explore other options, if his time at Fulham does come to an end, he'll want another job, but Benfica can't offer him what Fulham can.
This, ultimately comes down to who blinks first, Fulham or Silva, but have been told he is more likely to stay now, than he was 6 months ago.
Quote from: Jimsbeerbelly on May 31, 2026, 04:42:39 PMlast season, he was promised ... a head of recruitment on British soil at Motspur Park, which the Club also failed to deliver.
What is the source of this?
Not arguing, just genuinely interested.
Quote from: Angus Telford on May 31, 2026, 10:31:01 PMQuote from: Jimsbeerbelly on May 31, 2026, 04:42:39 PMlast season, he was promised ... a head of recruitment on British soil at Motspur Park, which the Club also failed to deliver.
What is the source of this?
Not arguing, just genuinely interested.
me too
It's been a week now and having promised to give us a decision we as fans no nothing more. So either Marco has lied or the club hasn't made public what his decision is.
Either way it is quite frustrating, and a bit disrespectful
Still on the side of the fence that would prefer Silva to stay personally. I replied to a post late last week saying we should know no later than the weekend and yet still a bit in limbo? Is there a possibility that Marco takes a break from football for a few months and look at his options later in the year. Normally there are a few teams around Europe who don't get off to the start required and come October owners fingers are ready to pull the trigger? Forest being an prime candidate?
Don't know what to think a solution the quicker the better. Is Marco taking a stand on behalf of the Supporters?
Personally I'm just bored with it all, if he stays he stays and that's ok, if he goes he goes and that's ok.
No one knows what has gone on, what is going on it's all media speculation based on snippets of info.
When did we first offer a contract?
When did we improve that contract
When did Silva give FFC a list of demands, or did he ever do so?
When did his camp start talking to Benfica?
Did talks break down between them?
Has he made his mind up?
The answer to the above is not any fan or media (with any certainty) just those involved in the process
I have no info aside from media reports which over the last week keep changing from he has, he hasn't, there is, there isn't. Quite frankly all frustratingly boring.
I guess there is a few days to the World Cup so unless someone gets injured the stories will continue
If he goes his heart was no longer in Fulham so it's for the best. If he stays got to hope it isn't under duress as that's only gonna finish one way. Either way the club needs a decision - he hasn't covered himself in glory to say the least.
Was planning on renewing my ST today so would have been good to know if he was likely to be manager or not. Don't get me wrong, I'm renewing anyway, I support Fulham FC not individuals, but like others, just feel the uncertainty has dragged on long enough.
Even Marco said last Sunday we would know within the week.
Quote from: AJW48361 on June 01, 2026, 08:13:58 AMDon't know what to think a solution the quicker the better. Is Marco taking a stand on behalf of the Supporters?
"Is Marco taking a stand on behalf of the Supporters"? Maybe if he offered to work for minimum wage to show his support for the fans then maybe but not sure what you mean with this. He's certainly not taking a stand on my behalf as the sooner he goes the better as far as I'm concerned.
I doubt we will hear anything until the 8th June now...
It really is ridiculous. It's going to be another scramble at the end of the window to recruit, even more complicated with the World Cup plus no idea what players the manager wants in!
I hope the back up plan for his departure is in concrete and ready to go.
Its not on sky sports no mention today on BBC .