Bernardo Silva, Portuguese international midfielder, is in the orbit of Real Madrid after the club’s new coach, José Mourinho, requested his incorporation, as EFE learned from sources close to the footballer’s environment.
The same sources assure that the player welcomes the white club’s proposal, which seeks to reinforce an area of the field considered a priority for next season.
For several years, Pep Guardiola managed to convince Bernardo Silva to stay at Manchester City. The Spanish coach considered him a fundamental piece of his project and one of the most important players in the squad.
From his arrival in 2017 until the announcement of his departure at the end of his contract, the Portuguese became one of the references of the English club’s most successful cycle. His profile aroused the interest of several of the main Spanish teams.
At 31 years old, Bernardo Silva has an outstanding career. In more than 600 official matches he has recorded 111 goals and 103 assists, in addition to winning six Premier League titles, a European Champions League and other trophies with Manchester City.
Over the years he managed to establish himself as a regular starter in Guardiola’s schemes. He acted as a winger, midfielder, midfielder and even as a false nine, playing in different positions on the field.
At Real Madrid, some of his performances in the Champions League playoffs against the Spanish team are still remembered.
After a decade at the Etihad Stadium and in the midst of closing a stage at the English club, Bernardo Silva decided to explore new options for his career.
The footballer maintains a close relationship with Spain. He is fluent in the language and believes he can still play a relevant role in a competitive project.
If his arrival at Real Madrid is completed, he would occupy a role focused on the creation and organization of the game in the midfield, similar to the one he played during his last seasons at Manchester City.
Age does not seem to represent an obstacle either. Bernardo Silva participated in all 38 league games played by Manchester City last season and has maintained notable physical consistency since his arrival at the club in 2017.
José Mourinho knows the Portuguese footballer well and the operation would also strengthen the institutional relationship between Real Madrid and agent Jorge Mendes, Silva’s representative through Gestifute.
The farewell of Bernardo Silva from Manchester City, on May 24, was marked by expressions of recognition from teammates, coaching staff and fans.
Now, the Portuguese international is studying a new stage in his career, with Real Madrid as one of the most relevant options for his immediate future.