Manchester City are looking to agree on a new deal with Portuguese international Bernardo Silva, a target for Barcelona.
According to a report from Football Insider, Manchester City are prepared to reward Bernardo Silva for his impressive performances with a pay rise. The Citizens have offered the 28-year-old midfielder, a target for Barcelona, a contract worth £40 million.
Bernardo Silva has been a key player for Manchester City since joining them from AS Monaco, helping them win four Premier League titles during his time at the club. His current contract comes to an end in the summer of 2025, and the Premier League champions have offered him an extension now.
As per reports, Manchester City have submitted a package worth around £40 million to the Portuguese international. Silva has been linked with a move to Barcelona in recent months, and the player is reportedly keen on playing for the Catalan giants in future.
It remains to be seen whether Manchester City can convince the Portuguese international to commit his long-term future to the club after securing the future of manager Pep Guardiola.
The former Barcelona manager recently signed an extension with Manchester City, and that could be a key factor in convincing players like Silva to continue at the club. The 28-year-old is yet to win the UEFA Champions League with Manchester City, and he could be keen on staying at the English club so that he can fulfil his European dream.
Silva has been an indispensable asset for Guardiola, and his ability to play at a high level across a number of positions has made him an asset for Manchester City. The talented attacking midfielder can operate in the central midfield as well as in the wide areas. Silva is at the peak of his career right now. And Manchester City will not want to lose him during his best years.
The Premier League giants certainly have financial resources to tempt the midfielder. And the Manchester City fans will be hoping Silva will accept the lucrative proposal on offer at the Premier League club. But the lure of Barcelona could turn the midfielder’s head next year.
