Joan Laporta is eager to lure Bernardo Silva on a Bosman deal next summer and renew the chase of the midfielder that has been ongoing for a while.
According to Fichajes, Joan Laporta is dreaming of bringing long-term target Bernardo Silva next summer on a Bosman deal. The Manchester City midfielder has been tipped to leave the Etihad for a few seasons now, as next summer he might have his biggest chance to do so, as Barcelona are an attractive destination.
Manchester City’s successful era under Pep Guardiola is certainly defined by a few established stars, who have continued to perform every season with consistency. One of them is certainly Bernardo Silva, with the Portuguese international proving to be a huge success since his £43 million move from Monaco back in 2017.
The time might be fast approaching when another one of Manchester City’s experienced stars leaves the club and makes way for a much younger star. For instance, some reports stated the potential arrival of Antoine Semenyo might directly impact Silva’s place in the side, although in the current scheme of things, the Portuguese star is far more important and versatile than the Ghanaian.
Pep Guardiola might secretly desire the prospect of keeping Silva beyond the end of the season when his current deal expires. However, the £43 million Manchester City star has been angling to leave the club for a few summers now as per many credible reports, and he may have his best chance yet to do so at the end of the season.
Benfica are interested in signing him back, and he is, as per many reports, a central topic of the presidential race there. There’s a big interest from Saudi Arabia, and the Middle East could be a good destination for the experienced midfielder owing to the money that can be offered. However, there’s one club that has been perennially linked with him, and that’s Barcelona, with Joan Laporta now dreaming of signing Silva.
Bernardo Silva to Barcelona?
Laporta wants to wrap up the free signing of Silva at the earliest, as Barcelona had been in touch with the player’s camp over a 2026 move. The idea of signing one of the most sought-after midfielders in the world without paying a penny would be high on Barcelona’s agenda, as Laporta might eye the big signing of the £43 million Manchester City star.
Silva could be tempted to join the club he has desired to play for, as per many reports, although much will depend on the offers he receives. There could be a battle of sorts, although should Barcelona make their presence felt earlier than others, they could sit in front of the queue for the experienced star.