Who is Marco Silva, Fulham’s current manager? All the facts and details

Who is Marco Silva, Fulham’s current manager? All the facts and details

Sospeter Itolondo
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:29 PM
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The Fulham manager has put off contract talks with the club after interest from top EPL side Tottenham Hotspurs. He is one of the best managers in England, taking Fulham out of the rut of bad performances into a well-oiled machine. So, how long has Marco Silva been Fulham's manager? Read on to find out everything about Marco Silva.

Marco Silva's teams coached
Marco Silva applauds the fans at the final whistle during The FA Cup Fifth Round match between Fulham and Leeds United at Craven Cottage on February 28, 2023, in London, England. Photo: Rob Newell
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Before diving into his managerial career, the star had a great career playing as a right-back. He played for different teams across Europe before finally retiring. He was also recently caught up in an argument with referee Chris Kavanagh before being handed a red card with two of his star players in a match against Manchester United.

Profile summary

Full name

Marco Silva

Birth date

12th of July 1977

Age

45 years old (as of March 2023)

Nationality

Portuguese

Birthplace

Lisbon, Portugal

Gender

Male

Current residence

London, United Kingdom

Ethnicity

Caucasian

Height in feet

5'11"

Height in centimetres

180 cm

Weight in kilogram

74 kg

Weight in pounds

163 lbs

Hair colour

Black

Marita status

Married

Children

Daughters

Net worth

$2 million

Marco Silva's age

The young manager was born on the 12th of July 1977 in Lisbon, Portugal. So, Marco Silva's nationality is Portuguese. He is 45 years old as of March 2023.

Marco Silva's teams coached

The star dived into the coaching scene directly after retiring from professional football. He retired in 2011 and started a role as a director of football on the 10th of June that year at the club he retired from, Estoril. So, who is Marco Silva managing? He is coaching Fulham as of March 2023.

Marco Silva’s salary
Marco Silva, former manager of Everton, reacts during the Carabao Cup Round of 16 match between Everton and Watford at Goodison Park on October 29, 2019, in Liverpool, England. Photo: Jan Kruger
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Marco Silva's contract with Fulham expired in June 2024, with the club wanting to extend it past that due to his impressive run in the Premier League run, especially with Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspurs showing interest in him after parting ways with legendary coach Antonio Conte. He signed the contract in July 2021. Here are some of the teams the ace has coached and Marco Silva's winning stats:

Team

Year managed

Games managed

Wins

Estoril Praia

Sept 2011- May 2014

116

54

Sporting CP

May 2014- June 2015

53

32

Olympiacos

July 2015- June 2016

48

38

Hull City

January 2017- May 2017

22

8

Watford

May 2017- January 2018

26

8

Everton

2018-December 2019

60

24

Fulham

July 2021-

83

43

Marco Silva's salary

The star's salary is estimated at around $5.55 million at Fulham. He is the 13th-highest earner among Premier League managers, with Manchester city's Pep Guardiola taking the top spot earning $23.4 million. His net worth is estimated to be around $2 million.

Marco Silva's red card

The young coach apologised after getting a red card after an altercation with Chris Kavanagh concerning two red cards he had given his star players, Willian and Aleksandar Mitrovic, in a match against Manchester United on the 19th of March 2023 during the FA Cup Quarterfinals. Fulham lost the match 3-1. Willian had gotten a red card for conceding a handball in the penalty area, while Mitrovic got a red card for pushing the referee.

Marco Silva’s age
Chris Kavanagh shows the red card to Marco Silva during the FA Cup Quarter Final match against Manchester United at Old Trafford on March 19, 2023, in Manchester, England. Photo: Simon Stacpoole
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The manager got a red car for his abusive behaviour towards the match officials and for throwing a water bottle towards the assistant referee. On their website, he provided the following statement,

"I should have controlled my own emotions better. I regret what happened, and I have spoken to Chris Kavanagh to apologise. He knows that I respect him and the job he has to do. Unfortunately, we did not see eye-to-eye on the day, but I recognise that he is one of the top referees in this country, and I know that when our paths cross again, there will be mutual respect between us. I am sorry that I was not on the pitch to try to lead the team to what could have been a historic FA Cup semi-final at Wembley, but I am thankful for all the support I have received from Fulham fans over the last few days."

Marco Silva's family

The star likes to keep his family life private. It is reported that he has a wife and two daughters. However, he keeps them private and does not like public speculation.

Marco Silva’s contract
Marco Silva, manager of Fulham, during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Brighton & Hove Albion at Craven Cottage on August 30, 2022, in London, England. Photo: Catherine Ivill
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Who is Fulham's longest-serving manager?

The club's longest-serving manager was Phil Kelso. The manager stayed at the Cottage for 15 years. He managed the club since May 1909 and finally stopped at the end of the 1923/1924 season.

Who is the biggest Fulham legend?

Johnny Hayes is considered Fulham's biggest legend. The star player stayed in the club for 20 years despite never winning any major trophy and has record appearances at 658, scoring 158 goals. He died in 2005, and a statue has been erected outside the Craven Cottage in his honour. So, who is Fulham's top scorer of all time? It is still Johnny Hayes.

Marco Silva’s nationality
Statue of former player Johnny Hayes of Fulham FC outside the Johnny Haynes Stand at Craven Cottage on August 30, 2022, in London, England. Photo: Visionhaus
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Marco Silva is one of the most interesting young managers in the world right now. His work at Fulham is visible, making them challenge even the bigger teams. Despite his recent minor setback with the referee and being charged by the FA, he hopes to come back stronger after the international break to make an impact.

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