At a press conference before the match against Leeds this Saturday, Pep Guardiola returned to the future of Bernardo Silva, captain and key player of Manchester City, whose contract is expiring. The Catalan coach clarified that he had not yet broached the subject with the Portuguese, but that he would respect and support whatever his decision. Rumors suggest a possible return of Silva to Benfica, his favorite club, after nine years spent in Manchester.
“ I want the best for Bernardo. If he wishes to stay, I will be more than happy to do so, but I do not discuss this subject with him and I only wish the best for his family. He has been here for nine years and will decide with the club what will be best for him “, he said. Comments which follow an interview with the former Monegasque on the Portuguese channel Sports TVwhere he talks about his dream of winning the 2026 World Cup, and assures that he is focused on his “ final year of contract with Manchester City “.
