Bernardo Silva, the talented 29-year-old Portuguese midfielder, has been an object of desire for FC Barcelona in recent transfer windows. Xavi Hernández, the legendary former player and current Barcelona coach, has shown noticeable interest in having Silva in his squad. However, this wish was thwarted due to the high price of the player, who is an integral part of current European champions Manchester City.
Last August, Manchester City managed to secure its future by extending Bernardo Silva’s contract, which seemed to push the possibility of a move to Barcelona even further away. Nevertheless, Silva has expressed his desire to wear the jersey of Benfica again, the club that gave him the first boost in his career before his transfer to Monaco.
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Benfica president Rui Costa has reacted cautiously to this possibility, indicating that a move will not take place until 2025 at the earliest. Rui Costa, who also attracted interest from Barcelona during his playing days, praised Silva and left the door open for him to return to Lisbon. “The doors are open to Bernardo Silva at every club, especially at home,” said the president of the Portuguese team.
His future will depend on City
However, Rui Costa also made it clear that the decision depends not only on the player, but also on the club he represents at the time. It remains uncertain whether Bernardo Silva will finally fulfill his desire to return to Benfica, but time will tell if this love story between the player and his former club becomes a reality. Silva’s future remains a mystery for now, but his quality and talent continue to stand out in the world of football.