Simeone aims to beat Benfica to world-class star on a free transfer | OneFootball

Atlético Madrid has already started preparing for the next transfer window and has identified some strategic targets for the summer market, focusing on players whose contracts are ending. Among the names mentioned is Bernardo Silva.

According to 'Fichajes', the list of desired reinforcements by the Spanish club highlights the Portuguese international midfielder from Manchester City. The player is seen as a quality option to strengthen the midfield, joining central defender Marcos Senesi and forward Dusan Vlahovic.

The club, led by coach Diego Simeone, has entered the race for the 31-year-old footballer and has already initiated contacts with the player. The intention is to strengthen the team with a quality reference in the squad for 2026/27.

Besides Atlético Madrid, other clubs are also following the footballer closely, notably Benfica. The contractual situation places him in a privileged position, allowing negotiations to proceed with relative freedom when the summer window officially opens.

This season, Bernardo Silva - valued at 27 million euros – has played 39 matches so far: 29 in the Premier League, seven in the Champions League, one in the FA Cup, and two in the League Cup. In the 2,852 minutes he was an option, he scored two goals and provided five assists.

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