Bernardo Silva delays Manchester City exit decision until after World Cup
Bernardo Silva will wait until the conclusion of the World Cup before deciding his next club following his Manchester City departure.
The Manchester City captain is leaving the Etihad Stadium this summer upon the expiration of his current contract.
He departs having made 460 appearances and scored 76 goals during a highly successful nine-year spell in England.
The 31-year-old originally joined from Monaco in 2017 and quickly established himself as a vital component of Pep Guardiola’s system.
Spanish giants circle for signature
Barcelona and Atletico Madrid both hold a keen interest in securing the midfielder on a free transfer.
It was initially expected that the Portuguese international would resolve his future before heading to North America for the World Cup.
However, agent Jorge Mendes has confirmed the final decision will now be delayed until after the tournament.
Bittersweet final domestic campaign
The versatile playmaker remained an ever-present figure during a fiercely contested Premier League season.
Guardiola’s side were ultimately pipped to the league title by Arsenal this term.
Despite that disappointment, the departing skipper successfully lifted both the Carabao Cup and FA Cup after playing every minute of each final.
Focus shifts to North America
The former Monaco man will now shift his complete attention to Roberto Martinez’s Portugal squad.
They face a diverse challenge in Group K against DR Congo, Uzbekistan, and Colombia.
The European nation will play their opening two fixtures in Houston, Texas.
Their group stage campaign then concludes with a clash against Colombia in Miami, Florida.