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Chris Silva nears move from Fenerbahçe to Partizan
Partizan are in talks to sign Chris Silva from Fenerbahçe, but a deal has not been confirmed.
The 29-year-old center joined Fenerbahçe after impressing with AEK last season, when several EuroLeague clubs showed interest.
Silva has had limited playing time in Istanbul, appearing in four EuroLeague games this season and averaging 1.8 points.
Fenerbahçe’s recent signing of Dwight Powell has pushed Silva further down its frontcourt rotation.
Partizan need frontcourt help because of injuries and absences, and are trying to complete the move quickly.
If the clubs agree, Silva is expected to join Partizan; the reported cost is around $100,000 a month.
Chris Silva is nearing a move from Fenerbahçe to Partizan, with talks ongoing.
Partizan are seeking to reinforce their frontcourt, which has been affected by injuries and absences.
Silva has struggled to secure regular playing time at Fenerbahçe and has appeared in four EuroLeague games this season.
A deal has not been confirmed, and Silva is expected to join Partizan if the sides reach an agreement.
Basketball Sphere reported the move could cost Partizan around $100,000 per month.
- Who
- Chris Silva, Fenerbahçe’s center, and Partizan.
- What
- The clubs are in talks about a move for Silva. No agreement has been confirmed.
- When
- The report was published on November 9, 2026.
- Where
- Fenerbahçe in Istanbul and Partizan in Belgrade.
- Why
- Partizan are looking to reinforce their frontcourt because of injuries and absences.
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Silva impressed with AEK and drew interest from several EuroLeague clubs before joining Fenerbahçe.
Silva averaged 4.4 points and 1.7 rebounds in 16 EuroLeague appearances for Fenerbahçe.
Silva appeared in four EuroLeague games, averaging 1.8 points and 1.2 rebounds.
Eurohoops reported that Partizan and Silva were in talks about a move.
- Age
- 29
- This season
- 4 EuroLeague games for Fenerbahçe
- This season's EuroLeague averages
- 1.8 points and 1.2 rebounds in 5 minutes and 48 seconds per game
- Reported monthly cost
- Around $100,000
- Partizan's city
- Belgrade