Manchester City’s Spanish manager Pep Guardiola told Barcelona on Monday that he believed Portugal international midfielder Bernardo Silva, one of his Citizens’ core men, would stay at the club next season.
«Today, I think Bernardo Silva will stay with us, but as I have always said since my time at Barça, I don’t want players who stay against their will, and I don’t know how the market will evolve. (transfers)“said Guardiola as part of the presentation in the Catalan capital of a charity match in favor of the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, on August 24 against FC Barcelona.
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According to the Spanish press, Bernardo Silva, 27, could interest Barcelona, especially if the departure of Dutchman Frenkie de Jong is confirmed.
Established 33 times last season in the Premier League, the former Monegasque, who arrived at the Sky Blues in 2017, belongs to the strong midfield trio of Manchester City with De Bruyne and Rodri. Author of an excellent start to the season, with seven goals and an assist during the first leg of the English championship, he was elected in September, October and November as the club’s best player by the supporters. His consistency has allowed him to regain Guardiola’s trust after a more difficult 2020-2021 season.