Manchester City influential player is reportedly eyeing a stunning transfer to Barcelona this summer, with the midfielder preferring a switch to Camp Nou over lucrative offers elsewhere.
According to Diario Sport, Manchester City’s most pivotal player will be overhauled, paving the way for his departure.
Though Saudi clubs are ready to pay astronomical financial deals, the 30-year-old’s preference is to play for a top European club, with Barcelona’s brand of football and historic prestige being enormous pull factors.
The Catalan club is said to be cognizant of his preference and, irrespective of the economic conditions, is likely to sign him up if a viable deal is feasible.
Bernardo Silva has become Barcelona’s top midfield target, with the Portuguese creative midfielder the perfect signing for their attacking midfield ranks.
The club’s sporting hierarchy, including Deco, has had a series of meetings with Silva’s agent, Jorge Mendes, to discuss the possibility of a transfer.
Manchester City are said to be willing to talk about an exit of about €50 million—a sum that could still prove too high for Barcelona with their financial constraints.
The adaptability of Silva’s salary would be vital, as he has indicated he will discuss his pay requirements to finalize the transfer.
Barcelona needs to move quickly, though, because Saudi Pro League clubs are lining up with dramatically higher offers.
Silva is tied down to a 2026 contract at the Etihad, meaning City can negotiate.
For now, Silva’s top priority is a move to Spain, where he believes his technical skill and work would flourish in Barcelona’s system.
If the Catalans cannot make progress, though, the Middle East could be his destination. As the summer window approaches, this transfer drama will test Barcelona’s ambition—and Silva’s patience.
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