What happened: Benfica are closing in on appointing Marco Silva as their new head coach to replace José Mourinho, per Fabrizio Romano. The agreement is reported to be at its final stages, with Silva ready to take the job. Romano cited reporting from the Telegraph and Récord.

Why it matters: The move would mark a homecoming for Silva, a Portuguese manager, and would resolve Benfica's bench question following Mourinho's departure. Mourinho's exit aligns with his widely reported pursuit of a Real Madrid return, leaving Benfica to reset their technical leadership ahead of next season.

What to watch: Watch for official confirmation from Benfica on Silva's appointment and the contract length. The timing of Mourinho's formal departure is the other thread to track.