Man City transfer news: Bernardo Silva future ‘80%’ set with summer mercato closing in

Bernardo Silva is set to leave Manchester City at the end of the season. But where will the Portuguese star sign, with Barcelona and Juventus both in the running?

The former Benfica and Monaco player will depart England this summer: out of contract in June 2026, Bernardo Silva does not intend to extend his deal with Pep Guardiola's Sky Blues. Having arrived at the Manchester outfit in 2017, the 31-year-old Portuguese will, in all likelihood, discover a new league.

While Barcelona seemed to be the number one option for his future, the Catalan club have reportedly removed the player from their shortlist, alongside two other Portuguese — Rafael Leao (AC Milan) and Pedro Neto (Chelsea) — according to Mundo Deportivo. Does that leave the door open for Juventus, the other major suitor for Bernardo Silva?

Bernardo Silva, between Barcelona and Juventus?

In its edition published on Sunday, Tuttosport has provided an update on Bernardo Silva's situation, with information that contradicts what was reported by Mundo Deportivo. The Italian outlet states that the Manchester City player has an ‘80%' chance of signing for Barcelona during the next summer transfer window.

There are several reasons for this fresh development. On one hand, the Catalan club are the midfielder's absolute priority for his future. On the other, he is prepared to make a considerable sacrifice on his salary in order to join the LaLiga leaders. Earning roughly £12.7m per year at Manchester City, Bernardo Silva is reportedly willing to take less than half of his current wages to sign for Barcelona, who could soon be crowned Spanish champions.

Fresh suitor ready to gazump Barcelona for Bernardo Silva

Tuttosport also reports that Galatasaray are ready to make a huge offer to lure Bernardo Silva away from both Barcelona and Juventus. In Turkey, the Portuguese could pocket the sum of £42.5m on a three-year contract, which works out at £14.2m per season. A tempting prospect?

In sporting terms, there is no comparison between the Istanbul side and Barcelona, or even Juventus, who sit fourth in Serie A and are well placed to clinch Champions League qualification next season. But could the money convince Bernardo Silva to turn his back on Barcelona, where he is currently ‘80%' set to land?