Silva has done an incredible job with the Cottagers, establishing them as a Premier League side after winning the Championship title in 2022.
The Portuguese boss has attracted several admirers in the past five years, and even Chelsea had him on their shortlist before hiring Xabi Alonso.
But it appears the 48-year-old is keen on returning to his home country, as he closes in on a switch to Benfica after Jose Mourinho snubbed a new contract offer.
Mourinho has agreed to rejoin Real Madrid for a second spell after managing Los Blancos from 2010 to 2013, and that has opened the door for Silva to confirm his switch to the Eagles.
According to journalist Nicolo Schira, the Premier League manager is set to sign a two-year contract with the Portuguese giants as he edges closer to a move.
Fulham travel to Wolves on Sunday afternoon before hosting Newcastle United on the final day, with fans surely saddened to see him leave the club.