Bernardo Silva’s next move is shaping up to be one of the most interesting stories of the summer.
The Portuguese midfielder has left Manchester City after an impressive spell at the Etihad and, according to AS, Jose Mourinho is keen to sign him.
Bernardo has not yet made a final decision and his immediate focus remains on Portugal and the World Cup.
It’s easy to see why Mourinho would want him. Bernardo is now 31 years old, but remains one of Europe’s smartest and most technically gifted midfielders.
He can play centrally or out wide, as a creator or as a possession control player.
This kind of flexibility is a treasure for any manager, especially one like Mourinho who values intelligence, discipline and experience in big games.
Bernardo Silva to leave Man City at the end of the season
Bernardo’s Man City branch has closed after nine successful years.
His next club will not only be buying quality, but a player with the mentality and experience to win at the highest level.
However, competition is strong. Both Juventus and Atletico Madrid are interested, while Barcelona have also been linked with him for some time.
Bernardo has openly admitted that Barcelona is an option, but he has not decided where he will play next.
Bernardo likely to go to La Liga
Portugal coach Roberto Martínez also said that Bernardo would be a good fit for Barcelona because he can adapt to any system or style, showing that Bernardo remains highly rated.
However, Barcelona’s recent transfer of Anthony Gordon could complicate things.
The Catalan club have already spent a lot of money, with reports suggesting Gordon’s deal is worth around 70 million euros plus 10 million euros in add-ons.
So you may want to think carefully before adding an even higher salary.
Bernardo would be a great signing for Mourinho if the finances work out.
Although he is no longer the fastest player, his intelligence, technique and experience make him a valuable asset to almost every top team.
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