Intermediaries have reportedly offered Barcelona the opportunity to sign Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva in a Bosman move in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Spanish outlet SPORT, Bernardo Silva is the subject of interest from Juventus. The Serie A giants are keen on bolstering their offensive unit by signing a versatile playmaker in the summer transfer window. So, the 31-year-old Manchester City veteran has emerged as a target for the Bianconeri.
However, the latest report has brought bad news for Juventus, as Silva is keen on joining Barcelona in the summer transfer window. Additionally, intermediaries have offered the reigning La Liga champions the opportunity to sign the former AS Monaco playmaker in a Bosman move. However, a deal is not certain, and the Italian club may have the opportunity to secure his services.
How has Bernardo Silva fared at Manchester City so far?
Bernardo Silva has established himself as one of the most reliable performers 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 bide his time before becoming a mainstay at the Etihad. Nevertheless, he has made substantial 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 76 goals and 77 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 Juventus will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature in the summer transfer window.
A man in demand
Juventus’s interest in Bernardo Silva is understandable. The Serie A giants are scouring the market for a versatile playmaker heading into the summer transfer window, as Luciano Spalletti wants to add to his offensive unit later this year. Additionally, Silva’s contract situation makes him an appealing target for the Italian club, as they typically seek cost-effective deals.
Meanwhile, Barcelona could do with a playmaker like Silva, as Hansi Flick wants to bring creativity through the central areas. Recent reports have claimed that the German tactician wants the Blaugrana to sign the Manchester City captain in the summer transfer window. The latest report has revealed that Jorge Mendes has offered the veteran playmaker to Barcelona.
The 31-year-old Portuguese international is also keen on joining Barcelona. However, it is not certain that the reigning La Liga champions will secure Silva’s services in the summer transfer window, as they have yet to create a framework for the summer. So, Juventus may have a window of opportunity to land the veteran playmaker in the coming months.