Marco Silva, the manager of Fulham, has rejected an opportunity to join Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad. The 46-year-old had talks with officials from Al-Ittihad, which is owned by the country’s Public Investment Fund. Despite interest from other clubs, including Al-Ahli, another PIF-controlled club who made a similar offer last year, Fulham has expressed confidence in retaining Silva. The former AC Milan manager Stefano Pioli is now being considered as the leading candidate for the job at Al-Ittihad, following the sacking of Marcelo Gallardo.
Silva has received recognition for his leadership at Fulham, guiding the team to a 13th place finish in the Premier League last season after successfully avoiding relegation in his first two seasons in the top flight following promotion from the Championship. As a result of his successful management at Fulham, he was named as one of the best managers in England by several publications. His ability to motivate and lead his team has been widely praised and he was seen as an ideal candidate for a high-profile role such as that of Al-Ittihad’s coach.
However, Silva ultimately decided to remain with Fulham and continue to guide them through their journey in the Premier League. He is determined to help Fulham establish themselves as a force in English football and is excited about their potential for success this season. With his leadership skills and experience, he is confident that he can help take Fulham to new heights both on and off the pitch.
