Bernardo Silva
April 2026
Nicky Butt says any move for Bernardo Silva to Manchester United will “never happen”, insisting the Portuguese midfielder has too much respect for Manchester City to cross the divide. Butt praised Silva as a phenomenal player and strong character, but said both loyalty and tactical fit make the idea unrealistic. Even with Silva approaching free agency, Butt does not see Old Trafford as a credible destination.
Bernardo Silva
April 2026
Juventus are advancing in talks to sign Bernardo Silva on a free transfer once his Manchester City contract expires this summer. Multiple reports say Juve are serious, though this remains transfer reporting rather than a completed deal. Silva is said to be prioritising a high-level sporting project while he finishes the season with City. Juventus face competition from other clubs, but current reporting points to them being among the most active suitors as City prepare for his likely exit.
Erling Haaland
April 2026
Erling Haaland scored in City’s 2-1 win over Arsenal, then triggered a live apology from Sky Sports after using profanity in his post-match interview while praising Bernardo Silva’s defending. Haaland compared Bernardo Silva’s display to Fabio Cannavaro’s, using foul language on air. Sky muted the moment and later apologised, while the result itself pushed City to within three points of Arsenal in the title race.
Pep Guardiola
April 2026
Pep Guardiola said naming Bernardo Silva as Manchester City captain was his best decision of the season, praising the midfielder’s leadership and willingness to put the team first. The comments come as Bernardo’s exit at the end of the season is increasingly expected. Pep Lijnders confirmed Bernardo will leave when his contract expires in June. Guardiola has since said Bernardo had not personally told him yet, but he made clear that the Portuguese midfielder has been an outstanding captain and servant to the club
Bernardo Silva
April 2026
Bernardo Silva is set to leave Manchester City at the end of the season, with assistant manager Pep Lijnders effectively confirming that the club captain’s nine-year spell is coming to a close. The departure marks the end of one of the defining careers of City’s modern era. Lijnders said every good story comes to an end and that Silva deserves a proper send-off. The 31-year-old’s contract expires in June, and City are now preparing for life without a player Lijnders described as impossible to replace like for like.
Cristiano Ronaldo, Bernardo Silva
March 2026
Portugal have named a 27-man squad for March friendlies against Mexico and the United States without Cristiano Ronaldo or Bernardo Silva. Roberto Martinez instead selected a group built around other senior regulars and younger attacking options. Portugal’s official squad list includes players such as Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Rafael Leao and Goncalo Ramos, but neither Ronaldo nor Bernardo Silva appears among the selections. The camp forms part of Portugal’s final preparation phase before the 2026 World Cup.
Bernardo Silva
March 2026
Juventus are reported to have opened contact over Bernardo Silva as they track players who could become free agents at the end of the season. The Manchester City midfielder has emerged as one of several experienced names under review in Turin. Matteo Moretto said Juventus have already been in touch with agent Jorge Mendes regarding Silva’s situation. The report adds that Manchester City do not plan to extend the midfielder’s deal, which would make him available without a transfer fee this summer.
Bruno Fernandes
December 2025
Fernandes addressed claims Portugal play better without Ronaldo, accepting the team can look freer at times but insisting that responsibility lies with the squad, not just their captain. He stressed Ronaldo remains elite in the box, drawing defenders and creating space that others must exploit intelligently. Using comparisons to Gonçalo Ramos and Bernardo Silva, Fernandes argued every attacker adds some qualities and removes others, including himself. He said Portugal must adapt to enhance each player’s strengths, including Ronaldo’s penalty-box threat and gravity, rather than blaming one individual for tactical issues in a team packed with creative options.
Bernardo Silva (Manchester City)
October 2025
Bernardo Silva revealed he has already made a decision about his future, fueling speculation of an Etihad exit. The club captain, in his final contract year, has been linked with Benfica and Saudi clubs while remaining focused on City’s campaign.
While refusing to elaborate, Silva stressed his commitment to City’s season, highlighting his new leadership role that emphasizes discipline and standards. Vincent Kompany’s old prediction of his captaincy has come full circle, adding weight to speculation around his next move.
Bernardo Silva (Manchester City)
September 2025
Bernardo Silva accused the Premier League of giving Arsenal an “unfair advantage” in scheduling after their 1-1 draw. He argued that Arsenal’s five-day rest compared to City’s two-and-a-half days created an uneven playing field in such a high-stakes match. Silva said fatigue was clear, citing injuries like Abdukodir Khusanov’s as examples of the toll. While he praised City’s resilience, he stressed recovery time was insufficient to perform at the top level, adding that even one extra day would have levelled conditions.
