It’s the end of the Bernardo Silva soap opera. Author of an XXL season with Manchester City, the Portuguese midfielder extended the adventure across the Channel until 2026. A big blow made by the Skyblues who absolutely wanted to keep the 29-year-old player despite his desires elsewhere . At the same time, several clubs wanted to jump at the chance. During an interview granted in Brazil, the father of Bernardo Silva did not hide the multiple interests emanating from abroad for his son. According to him, Bernardo Silva received offers from Saudi Arabia and was even very close to signing with Paris Saint-Germain.
But it is above all FC Barcelona which has shown a permanent interest in the ex-Monegasque who has tried to approach him several times in recent years. “Obviously there was also a desire to keep Bernardo at City. Things were structured and the decision was made down to earth. In fact, there was a proposal and an intention to buy from Saudi Arabia, which started in June. There was also a very strong approach, with proposal and will on the part of PSG. And there was a continuity in the interest of Barcelona, who year after year wanted Bernardo in the team.he confessed, comments reported by Sport.