Real Madrid are ready to battle it out with Barcelona for the services of Manchester City midfield star Bernardo Silva.
According to a report by Fichajes, Real Madrid and Barcelona are both interested in the services of Bernardo Silva. The 29-year-old Manchester City star is considering his future at the club and is seeking a new challenge elsewhere. As a result, multiple top clubs are keeping a close eye on his situation and could move for his services in the summer.
Bernardo Silva to leave Manchester City at the end of the season?
Silva has been a part of the Manchester City setup since the summer of 2017. He has been an integral part of their first team over the years and has helped them win numerous titles. During his time at the club, the Portuguese international has helped them win the Premier League five times and the Champions League once.
He has been a regular feature under Pep Guardiola, and the Spanish manager has always talked very highly about his abilities. While everything on the pitch seems sorted, Silva seems to be looking for a new challenge elsewhere.
The 29-year-old was linked with a move away last summer as well, but he ended up penning down a new deal. While it might not have happened back then, there is a real possibility of him leaving in the upcoming transfer window. His new deal has a release clause worth only £50 million, which seems like a relatively low price for someone of Silva’s quality.
Real Madrid to battle Barcelona for Silva
Barcelona are one of the clubs that have been linked with the Portuguese international for a long while now. Certain reports suggest he wants to play for them, and the upcoming summer transfer window could present the Spanish giants with the opportunity to sign him.
The Manchester City star is represented by Portuguese super agent Jorge Mendes, and he has been in talks with Barcelona over a potential transfer. The Catalan giants are eager to bolster their midfield, and they feel the versatile star could be an ideal fit for them. Not only will he add quality to their midfield. But his arrival will also give them more options on the flanks.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid are also interested in the 29-year-old, and they could battle it out with Barcelona for his signatures. Los Blancos are looking to have more options in the centre of the park. With Luka Modric likely to leave, they are looking for someone who can help them control the tempo of the game and Silva could be an ideal replacement.
