Bournemouth are closing in on the signing of Portuguese defender Antonio Silva from Benfica, with the transfer now in its final stages.

Silva has reportedly reached an agreement on personal terms with the Premier League club through his agent, Jorge Mendes. Benfica are expected to sanction the move in the coming days, paving the way for the 22-year-old to complete his switch to England.

An official announcement is anticipated soon, as all major details of the deal have reportedly been settled.

Antonio Silva has established himself as one of Portugal’s most promising young defenders, and his arrival would strengthen Bournemouth’s defensive options ahead of the new season.

JUST IN: FIFA Opens Investigation Into Argentina Players After World Cup Final Clashes

FIFA has officially launched an investigation into several Argentina players following incidents that occurred after the FIFA World Cup final.

The investigation comes after post-match clashes involving members of the Argentina squad, with football’s governing body now reviewing reports and available evidence to determine whether disciplinary action is necessary.

If found guilty of violating FIFA’s disciplinary regulations, the players involved could face suspensions, fines, or other sanctions.

FIFA has not yet confirmed which players are under investigation, and further updates are expected as the disciplinary process continues.