Overview
- Forest’s hierarchy were linked to Silva in reports on Wednesday, with owner Evangelos Marinakis described as a strong backer.
- Silva’s contract at Fulham expires this summer, though the Cottagers have offered a new deal.
- Chelsea are assessing Silva in their manager search, while Benfica are monitoring him as they plan for possible change.
- Vitor Pereira remains in post after steering Forest to Premier League safety and a Europa League semi-final.
- Marinakis worked with Silva at Olympiakos, a past partnership that helps explain Forest’s interest after a season of four head coaches.