Manchester City star gives green light to Barcelona move

The midfielder has been linked with a move to Camp Nou for several windows, and his latest comments have only increased the sense that Barcelona could be very active in that area of the pitch if the right conditions are met.

By stating that he has often thought about leaving the Premier League, the player has effectively signaled that he is ready to embrace a new project, which Barcelona is now expected to turn into a concrete offer.

The Manchester City star in question is Bernardo Silva, the 31‑year‑old Portuguese, who has been a key figure at the Etihad for nearly a decade, winning multiple Premier League titles and contributing in both goals and assists, as reported by AS.

Silva has strong ties to Barcelona already, with his family living in the city and his long‑held desire to play for the Catalan club.

Reports indicate his agent Jorge Mendes has reiterated his interest in a Camp Nou move, even if it means a salary reduction, as the player prioritises a sporting project over pure financial gain.

Barcelona, however, is cautiously weighing the idea because of financial constraints and the depth already present in midfield.

With priorities also set around reinforcing the centre‑back and striker positions, sporting director Deco is reportedly hesitant to push Silva to the top of the agenda.

Even so, the fact that a Manchester City star so openly gives Barcelona the green light makes this one of the most intriguing free‑agent stories of the 2026 window, with the Catalan club left to decide whether they can align sporting need, financial reality, and the veteran’s wish to join Camp Nou.