Diego Simeone joins race for Benfica target, throws Rui Costa off | OneFootball

Bernardo Silva’s future continues to make headlines and, this time, there is a new interested party from Spain. Atlético Madrid are keeping a close eye on the Portuguese international’s situation, as he is set to leave Manchester City at the end of the season.

According to Fichajes, the colchoneros want to take advantage of opportunities in the European market and see the footballer, who is also being pursued by Benfica, as a chance to strengthen the squad with experience and quality, believing that "this type of transfer can make an immediate difference".

The same source also highlights that the player fits the profile wanted by Diego Simeone, stressing that "signing a player with Bernardo Silva’s experience would represent an immediate leap in quality", adding that his versatility is seen as a major asset for the Argentine coach.

Juventus are also interested in the 31-year-old and are willing to offer him one of the highest salaries in the squad, in an attempt to convince the Portuguese international to move to Turin after his confirmed departure from the English club (Read HERE).

This season, playing for Manchester City, Bernardo Silva - valued at 27 million euros - has already made 45 appearances: 32 in the Premier League, eight in the Champions League, three in the English League Cup and two in the FA Cup.

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