Rafa Silva is set to return to Benfica, and one of the most discussed aspects of the deal is the salary he will earn in his second spell at the Estádio da Luz.
According to sources close to the negotiations, the Portuguese international will receive a competitive salary package, reflecting both his experience at the highest level and his importance to Benfica’s sporting project. The agreement includes a fixed annual salary, complemented by performance-based bonuses linked to appearances, goals, assists, and team achievements.
Benfica’s management aimed to strike a balance between financial sustainability and sporting ambition. As a result, Rafa Silva’s wages will place him among the better-paid players in the squad, though still within the club’s structured salary policy.
From a sporting perspective, the return of Rafa Silva represents more than just numbers. His versatility, creativity, and deep knowledge of the club make him a key asset for the coaching staff, especially in decisive matches in domestic competitions and European tournaments.
With this move, Benfica reinforces its ambition to remain competitive at the highest level, while Rafa Silva secures a stable and attractive contract as he returns to a familiar environment where he previously enjoyed some of the best moments of his career.