Fulham confirm Marco Silva is leaving as head coach amid Benfica interest

• Silva had been in charge at Fulham for five years

• Benfica poised to lose José Mourinho for Madrid job

Fulham have announced that Marco Silva is leaving after five years as their head coach. The Portuguese is wanted by Benfica, who are poised to lose José Mourinho to Real Madrid.

“Fulham and Marco were an excellent fit for five seasons, but change is inevitable in this game, and we’ve accordingly prepared for this moment,” Fulham’s owner, Shahid Khan, said.