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Rafa Silva Transfer: Benfica Set to Re-Sign Portuguese Winger from ⁤Beşiktaş

January 20, 2026 ⁣- Reports indicate that portuguese winger Rafa Silva is poised to return to Benfica after a brief stint with Turkish Süper Lig side Beşiktaş.Negotiations between the two clubs have progressed rapidly, with a principle ⁤agreement reportedly reached.

Transfer Details and recent Developments

According to Fotomaç, Benfica Sporting Director Mario branco ‍traveled to Istanbul to finalize the deal. An announcement is expected within 24 hours, effectively ending Silva’s time at Beşiktaş.

Rafa silva’s Performance at Beşiktaş

Rafa Silva joined Beşiktaş in July 2024, but has found limited playing time in the Trendyol ⁣Süper⁢ Lig, being sidelined for the past seven weeks. Despite this, the 36-year-old forward made a notable contribution during his appearances, scoring ⁤5 goals and providing 3 assists in 16⁤ matches across all competitions this season.

Reasons for the Transfer

While Silva’s contributions were⁣ appreciated at Beşiktaş, his lack of consistent playing time appears to be the primary driver⁣ for the move.A return to Benfica offers him the chance to possibly feature⁤ more regularly, especially given his familiarity with the club and league.

Rafa Silva’s Career Overview

Rafa Silva ⁣previously played for Benfica from 2016 to 2019,making 84 appearances and scoring 16 goals. He has also represented clubs such as Braga and olympiacos throughout his career. He is a portuguese international, having earned several caps for his country