Chelsea attempted to secure the transfer of Silva from Benfica, recognizing his potential as a key defensive asset. Having scouted him for weeks and faced competition from Manchester United, the Blues engaged in negotiations with Benfica, offering £52 million. However, their bid, falling short of the £87 million release clause, was rejected.
Despite three and a half years remaining on Silva’s Benfica contract, the club seems intent on holding out for a significant sum, especially given Chelsea’s hefty spending in recent times. Benfica’s manager, Roger Schmidt, emphasized that unless the release clause is met, the club won’t entertain any offers, stressing the players’ importance and their commitment to the team’s objectives for the ongoing season.
