Manchester City, one of the most prominent football clubs in England, is set to face a significant change this summer. Midfielder Bernardo Silva, a key player in the club's recent history, has announced his departure from The Etihad at the end of this season.
The news comes amidst an intense season for Pep Guardiola’s side. After defeating Arsenal 2-0 to clinch the Carabao Cup earlier this month, they remain contenders for the Premier League title. Currently sitting nine points behind Arsenal in top-flight standings with a game-in-hand over Mikel Arteta’s side, they are gearing up for an intriguing encounter against their rivals in April.
Before that though, they will be facing Liverpool on April 4th with hopes of reaching the semi-finals of the FA Cup.
Influential player bids adieu
According to CaughtOffside reports, Portugal international Bernardo Silva has formally communicated his decision to leave Man City after discussions with club officials. This marks an end to his nine-year spell at Manchester that saw him become one of their most influential players.
Silva joined Man City from Ligue 1 side Monaco back in 2017 and since then has had a remarkable run with them. His stats speak volumes about his contribution - scoring 76 goals and registering 77 assists across all competitions during his tenure at The Etihad.
During his stint at Man City, Silva won an impressive total of 18 trophies which includes six Premier League titles and even bagged Champions League glory. His departure will indeed leave big shoes to fill given how instrumental he was during these victories.
What's next for Silva?
As per reports, there seems to be no shortage of interest for this talented midfielder post-Man City. Clubs from the MLS and the Saudi Pro League have reportedly shown interest in acquiring Silva's services.
However, it is also suggested that Silva might continue playing at the highest level in Europe for a while longer. This indicates that he could potentially reject offers from the United States or Saudi Arabia.
While Manchester City fans will undoubtedly be saddened by this news, they can look forward to an exciting end to this season. As for Bernardo Silva, his future seems bright with several opportunities on the horizon.
