TL:DR – Bernardo Silva prioritises move to Atletico Madrid ahead of Manchester City exit
- Bernardo Silva prioritises a move to Atletico Madrid this summer, per Spanish reports.
- His contract with Manchester City expires at season’s end, leading to interest from Barcelona, Juventus, and AC Milan.
- Atletico’s offer is deemed ‘the most appealing’ to Silva, with optimism for an agreement.
- He has won 20 major titles at City, including six Premier League trophies.
- Silva aims for a new challenge after nine successful years at the club.
Bernardo Silva makes decision over next club ahead of Man City exit
Bernardo Silva is reportedly prioritising a move to Atletico Madrid this summer (Getty)
Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva is prioritising a move to Atletico Madrid this summer, according to reports in Spain.
Silva is attracting interest from several clubs across Europe after deciding to leave City when his contract expires at the end of the season.
Barcelona, Juventus and AC Milan have already registered their interest but according to Marca, Atletico’s offer is ‘the most appealing’ to Silva.
The report claims that there is ‘moderate optimism’ within Atletico’s hierarchy that an agreement can be reached with the Portugal international.
Silva, who has won 20 major trophies at City including six Premier League titles, one Champions League and three FA Cups, will play his final game for Pep Guardiola’s side on Sunday as they host Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium.
Bernardo Silva will leave Manchester City on a free transfer (Getty)
Atletico are in the market to reinforce their attacking options with Antoine Griezmann due to join MLS side Orlando City on a free transfer this summer.