Bernardo Silva pulled out of deal to play for Mourinho at Real Madrid | OneFootball

Bernardo Silva is getting ever closer to joining Real Madrid. The Portugal international, who is now a free agent after his contract with Manchester City ended, is expected to sign a deal valid until 2028 with Los Blancos, in a move that promises to shake up the transfer market.

According to information reported by Cadena SER, the Portuguese midfielder came very close to joining Atlético Madrid. The same source says there was full agreement between all parties and that the signing had actually been scheduled for Thursday.

“Everything was agreed. The contracts had already been accepted by all parties, and the plan was even to use Thursday morning to sign the deal, since it was the only day the Portugal national team released the midfielder,” the Spanish radio station revealed. However, the transfer ultimately did not go through. According to the same report, Bernardo Silva chose to turn down the colchoneros’ proposal because he wants to work again with José Mourinho at Real Madrid.

Fabrizio Romano also reports that the former Benfica player already has everything agreed with the Madrid club. The deal provides for a two-season contract, with the possibility of staying until the summer of 2028. At 31, Bernardo Silva is said to have turned down several more financially attractive offers in order to continue competing at the highest level in European football.

The Portugal international has also reportedly ruled out a possible move to Barcelona, prioritizing the opportunity to represent Real Madrid. After nine seasons with Manchester City, where he won all the major domestic and international titles, Bernardo is preparing to begin a new challenge at one of the biggest powerhouses in world football.

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