Galatasaray is getting set to make one of the most audacious free-transfer deals of the summer. The Turkish champions are prepared to pay Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva €15 million a year. As Silva gets closer to making a pivotal career decision, talks have already advanced beyond initial contact, alerting Europe’s elite.
The 31-year-old is nearing the end of his Manchester City contract, and neither the team nor the player appears to be considering an extension. Clubs all around Europe have started preparing to sign him early as a consequence.
Silva’s background is unmatched by many free agents available. The Portuguese midfielder became one of Pep Guardiola’s most trusted players during his nine years at Manchester City, where he made over 440 appearances, won six Premier League championships, and won a Champions League. Galatasaray’s strategy has already entered a second phase, according to Turkish publication Takvim. Next month, the club intends to have direct discussions with Silva’s agents.
Bernardo Silva offered a shocking summer transfer exit
Galatasaray have demonstrated that they can afford celebrities like Victor Osimhen and are currently working on an intriguing initiative. A player like Bernardo Silva, who has won several awards and is still capable of controlling a league like the Turkish Super Lig, is much sought after by them.
Juventus is also intrigued, which makes the scenario much more fascinating given that he may come for free. However, rumours in Italy claim that Galatasaray presently have the edge due to their financial difficulties.
Having played with both Gundogan and Sane at Manchester City, Bernardo is also good friends with them and stays in touch with them. The Portuguese midfielder, who began Wednesday night’s Champions League Round of 16 encounter at the Bernabeu against Real Madrid, is still unquestionably one of Pep Guardiola’s most reliable players.
Bernardo would want to win another championship to cap off nearly ten years of brilliance at Manchester City, should this prove to be his final season as anticipated.
