Barcelona, the reigning champions of La Liga, have had their attention drawn by a recent shift in plans from Manchester City’s departing star, Bernardo Silva, regarding his summer transfer window decisions.
The Portuguese international, Bernardo, has been a prominent figure in transfer discussions surrounding Barcelona for several weeks.
This heightened interest stems from widespread confirmation that the 32-year-old is a primary target to bolster Hansi Flick’s squad for the upcoming season.
Bernardo is viewed as a significant market opportunity, set to become a free agent upon the expiry of his contract with Manchester City.
Given the midfielder’s previously stated intention to finalize his club future before the World Cup, it was anticipated that a deal with Barcelona would be announced imminently.
However, as indicated, this is no longer the case.
According to a report from journalist Fabrizio Romano, who spoke with Bernardo’s agent, Jorge Mendes:
“Bernardo Silva is changing his plans and will decide his future after the World Cup. The initial plan was to decide before the World Cup, but Silva understands that nothing is finalized yet and now intends to concentrate on Portugal.”
English Translation:
Barcelona, the reigning La Liga champions, have had their attention piqued on Wednesday after departing Manchester City star Bernardo Silva altered his plans for the summer transfer window.
Portuguese international Bernardo has, of course, been at the forefront of transfer speculation surrounding Barcelona for several weeks now.
This follows widespread confirmation that the 32-year-old has emerged as a leading target to reinforce Hansi Flick’s squad for next season.
Bernardo is considered a major market opportunity, set to be available as a free agent following the expiration of his Man City contract.
With the midfielder having made it clear that his intention was to define his club future before the upcoming World Cup, the expectation was that a deal with Barca would be announced any day now.
As alluded to above, however, this will in fact not be the case.
According to a report from journalist Fabrizio Romano, citing a conversation with Bernardo’s agent, Jorge Mendes:
“Bernardo Silva changes plans and will decide his future after the World Cup. Initial plan was before World Cup but Silva understands nothing is done yet and now plans to focus on Portugal.”
