The city makes the renewal of Bernardo Silva official

As announced by Mundo Deportivo, Bernardo Silva has renewed his contract with Manchester City. The English club has made official the extension of the Portuguese midfielder, who is wanted by Barcelona, until 2026 thus ensuring the continuity of one of the uprights Pep Guardiola.

The 29-year-old Portuguese midfielder, whose contract expires in 2025, is one of Xavi Hernández’s dreams to strengthen Barça’s attack, however, Bernardo accepted the renewal proposal of City, champion of the Champions League, Premier and FA Cup.

Retaining the Portuguese is one of Guardiola’s prioritieseven the footballer himself started the summer by opening the door to Barça and following the same steps as Ilkay Gundogan. However, Pep managed to convince the Portuguese to continue being an important footballer at the Etihad Stadium.

Bernard He arrived at City in 2017 and since then they have played a total of 308 games, winning five Premier League titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups, two Community Shields and the first Champions League in English team history.

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“I’ve spent an incredible six years at Manchester City and I’m delighted to extend my stay here,” said Bernardo in his first remarks after his renewal. “Winning the treble last season was very special. and it’s great to be part of a team where there’s so much hunger and passion.”

“Success makes you want more and this club gives me that chance to keep winning. I love the manager, my teammates and the fans and I hope we can share even more good memories in the years to come.”

For his part, the sporting director, Txiki Begiristain, emphasized that “Bernardo has been exceptional during his time at the Etihad, so we are delighted that he has signed a contract extension with the club. His quality and technical capacity are incredible and, combined. with his hard work and professionalism, he has become one of the best players in the world.”