Fulham Football Club is facing growing uncertainty as tension brews between owner Shahid Khan and manager Marco Silva. What was once a steady partnership built on mutual respect now appears to be cracking under the weight of poor results, injury troubles, and internal frustrations at Craven Cottage.
Reports suggest Khan’s patience is wearing thin as Fulham struggle to maintain form amid a mounting injury crisis. Silva, who guided the club back to the Premier League and earned admiration for his tactical discipline, has recently described this as “the worst run” of his time at the club. With several key players sidelined, including defenders Joachim Andersen and Antonee Robinson, Fulham’s defensive line has been severely weakened — a factor Silva has not hesitated to highlight in post-match interviews.
However, behind closed doors, sources hint that Khan is becoming increasingly disillusioned. The billionaire owner, known for his hands-on approach, is said to be unhappy with Silva’s recent public complaints and inconsistent performances. Some insiders even claim that Khan has started exploring potential replacements should results continue to decline, despite his earlier assurances that Silva remained part of Fulham’s “long-term plans.”
The tension has been further fueled by Fulham’s record signing of Kevin, a highly rated winger from Shakhtar Donetsk for around £34.6 million. While the move was seen as a statement of ambition, it has also increased pressure on Silva to deliver immediate results. Failure to integrate the new signing effectively could give Khan the perfect justification to make a managerial change.
Adding to the speculation, Silva’s name continues to circulate in connection with Saudi clubs, particularly Al-Hilal, who are reportedly monitoring his situation. Though Silva remains under contract until 2026, the uncertainty surrounding his future — coupled with Fulham’s struggles — has only intensified rumours that Khan may be quietly preparing for life after him.
For now, both men maintain a public front of unity, but the undercurrent of mistrust is becoming difficult to ignore. Unless results turn around quickly, Fulham could be heading toward another managerial shake-up — one that might mark the end of Marco Silva’s turbulent yet transformative era at the club.
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