Juventus Targetting Bernardo Silva: Manchester City Midfielder on a Free Transfer
Manchester City's Portuguese midfielder, Bernardo Silva, is set to depart on a free transfer as Juventus express interest. Explore the latest on this potential move and other players on Juve's radar.
The Portuguese midfielder will not be renewing his contract, which expires in June.Juventus are keeping a close eye on the market for players whose contracts expire on 30 June, who could leave on a free transfer: these include Argentine centre-back Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth) and Turkish full-back Zeki Celik (Roma) in defence; Polish striker Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona) in attack; German Leon Goretzka (Bayern Munich), Austrian Xaver Schlager (Leipzig) and Ivorian Franck Kessié (Al-Ahli) in midfield. A position where another prized asset, closely monitored by the Bianconeri management, also plays: Bernardo Silva.Matteo Moretto, speaking on Fabrizio Romano’s YouTube channel, has confirmed that Juventus are in talks with his agent, Jorge Mendes.Born in 1994, Bernardo Silva will turn 32 on 10 August. Eight years after signing him from Monaco for €50 million, Manchester City have already decided not to extend his contract, which expires at the end of this season.In the meantime, he has scored 76 goals and provided 77 assists in 448 appearances, the last of which was against Real Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday evening, when he received his first red card of his career.Bernardo Silva has already been approached by several other clubs, both European and non-European. The ball is now in his court, as he must decide whether to prioritise financial considerations or sporting ones, remaining in Europe on a lower salary than the €10 million net per year he earns at Manchester City.All the LATEST UPDATES in REAL TIME! Join the CALCIOMERCATO.COM WHATSAPP channel: click hereAdd GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting
Bernardo Silva's Impending Departure
Bernardo Silva, aged 27, will part ways with Manchester City as his contract reaches its end in June. The talented midfielder's impressive stats and potential are attracting the attention of several clubs.
Juventus Eyeing Potential Free Transfer Market
Juventus are strategically targeting players with expiring contracts, including Marcos Senesi, Zeki Celik, Robert Lewandowski, Leon Goretzka, Xaver Schlager, and Franck Kessié. Bernardo Silva emerges as a key target for the Italian giants.
Negotiations with Jorge Mendes and Transfer Prospects
Juve's discussions with Jorge Mendes, Bernardo Silva's agent, signify serious interest in securing the midfielder's services. While other clubs are pursuing Silva, his decision making could be influenced by financial and sporting factors.
Bernardo Silva's Impressive Career and Current Options
With a notable career at City and both European and non-European clubs vying for his signature, Silva faces a crucial decision. Will financial incentives outweigh the appeal of staying in Europe for the talented midfielder?
