Jorge Silva’s son Fabio made a surprising decision to reject Celtic and sign with Rangers despite being advised otherwise due to religious reasons. The young Portuguese star joined Rangers on loan from Wolves in January but faced criticism from some fans for his performances and goal-scoring record. Even after winning a penalty in the Old Firm derby against Celtic, Fabio was accused of diving by the opposition manager Brendan Rodgers.

Jorge Silva, defending his son, revealed that Fabio had the opportunity to join Celtic, a club that some thought would suit his style better. Despite suggestions based on his Catholic faith, Fabio’s decision to choose Rangers was driven by his passion for the club and its fans. Jorge expressed surprise at the backlash his son received after the derby, emphasizing Fabio’s positive contributions during the game.

Reflecting on the support Fabio received at Rangers and the negativity he faced post-derby, Jorge questioned why the fans and former players turned on his son despite his efforts on the field. He highlighted Fabio’s attacking style of play and his contributions to the team, expressing confusion over the criticism that followed the match. Fabio’s father remains supportive of his son and perplexed by the sudden shift in sentiment towards him.