Barcelona are on the verge of securing the services of Bernardo Silva, the former Manchester City standout who is currently without a club. The 31-year-old Portuguese international departed the Etihad Stadium following the conclusion of the latest campaign, making him a free agent.
Silva has reportedly set his sights on a new challenge in European football, with a strong desire to join the current Spanish champions. According to sources, he has instructed his representative, Jorge Mendes, to push forward with negotiations and finalize an agreement with Barcelona.
The Catalan giants had previously shown interest during Xavi Hernandez’s tenure as manager at the Camp Nou. However, at that time, Silva chose to prolong his stay with Manchester City. Now, three years later, the situation has changed significantly, and the midfielder is eager for a fresh start in La Liga.
Silva brings a wealth of experience and creativity to the midfield, having enjoyed a successful spell at City where he won multiple Premier League titles and a Champions League trophy. Barcelona are expected to bolster their squad with his addition as they look to maintain their domestic dominance and compete strongly in Europe.