Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly pushing Al-Nassr to sign 31-year-old Manchester City playmaker Bernardo Silva in the summer transfer window amid his links with Barcelona.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Bernardo Silva is the subject of interest from Al-Nassr. The Saudi Pro League giants are keen on bolstering their offensive unit by signing a versatile playmaker next year. So, the 31-year-old Manchester City veteran has emerged as a target for them.
Cristiano Ronaldo is the driving force behind Al-Nassr’s potential move for Silva, as the former Manchester United attacker wants to reunite with his compatriot at the Saudi Pro League club. Meanwhile, the Lisbon native is also a target for high-profile European clubs, including Barcelona.
How has Bernardo Silva fared at Manchester City so far?
Bernardo Silva has established himself as one of the best playmakers in the Premier League since joining Manchester City from AS Monaco in a deal worth £43 million in July 2017. The 31-year-old had to win over Pep Guardiola before becoming a mainstay for the former Barcelona boss. Nevertheless, he has made considerable progress in the last eight and a half years.
The Portuguese international has made nearly 450 appearances thus far for Manchester City while chipping in with 73 goals and 76 assists. However, Silva’s long-term future at the Premier League club is uncertain, as he has entered the final six months of his contract. The situation has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs. Barcelona and Al-Nassr are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature.
What next?
Barcelona’s interest in Bernardo Silva is understandable. The Catalan giants are scouring the market for a versatile playmaker heading into the summer transfer window as Hansi Flick aims to add to his offensive unit later this year. Additionally, Silva’s contract situation makes him an appealing target for the financially-stricken Barcelona.
As for Al-Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo wants to reunite with his compatriot at the Saudi Pro League club. Recent reports have suggested that the free-spending outfits in the country may ease on their outrageous outlays, and sealing a Bosman deal for Silva is an appealing option.
However, despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s intervention, it is unclear if the opportunity to move to the Saudi Pro League club appeals to Silva. Meanwhile, the 31-year-old Portuguese international has regularly come close to joining Barcelona from Manchester City, and it will be interesting to see what the future holds for him.
