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Galatasaray is reportedly making a significant push to bring Manchester City’s highly-regarded midfielder Bernardo Silva to Istanbul, with the club’s management working diligently to resolve his potential exit from the Premier League champions according to Fanatik.
The Turkish giants are keen to finalize the deal before July, aiming to prevent other clubs from entering the race.
Galatasaray, actively shaping its squad for the upcoming season, has identified Silva as a top priority to reinforce their midfield.
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The 30-year-old Portuguese international is widely expected to part ways with Manchester City this summer.
Sources indicate that Silva has conveyed a clear message: “Solve the reference problem, we will take care of the rest,” signifying his willingness to join Galatasaray if a resolution can be found with his current club.
While Silva is said to have aspirations for moves to both England and Italy, Galatasaray’s management is reportedly maintaining frequent contact with the player to keep him fully engaged and prevent other suitors from derailing their efforts.
A key hurdle for Galatasaray is the potential “testimonial problem” – essentially, the transfer fee Manchester City would demand for a player of Silva’s caliber who remains under contract until 2026.
While some reports suggest City might be open to letting him leave freely, Galatasaray is also preparing a budget for potential transfer fee negotiations should City insist on a payment.
The urgency from the Turkish side is palpable, as they are determined to conclude this high-profile transfer, either positively or negatively, before the end of June.
Securing Bernardo Silva would be a massive statement of intent for Galatasaray, bringing a world-class talent with extensive experience in top-tier European football to the Süper Lig.