Before Monaco v City, Bernardo Silva rekindles Benfica fans’ hopes | OneFootball

Bernardo Silva has once again given hope to Benfica fans about a possible return to Estádio da Luz. In the preview of the Monaco vs. City match, which ended in a 2-2 draw, the Portuguese international made it very clear that he already knows what he will do at the end of the season, as his contract is coming to an end.

"I know exactly what I’m going to do, but this is not the time to talk about it. Now is the time to focus on Man. City, to try to give my best and help put the club back where it belongs," said Bernardo Silva at the press conference before the Monaco vs. City match, in the second round of the Champions League.

It should be remembered that João Noronha Lopes used Bernardo Silva as a trump card for the Benfica elections, which sparked some controversy: “Yes, I confirm that there is a contract waiting for Bernardo Silva. And I really want to bring Bernardo back as early as January. He embodies everything I want for Benfica. Identity, a culture of victory, and he is a great Benfiquista. And I can guarantee you that we won’t stop here.”

This season, playing for Manchester City, Bernardo Silva – valued at 38 million euros – has played eight matches: six in the Premier League and two in the Champions League. In the 539 minutes he has been an option for Pep Guardiola, the former Benfica player has not yet scored any goals, but he has provided one assist.

For Benfica’s first team, Bernardo Silva played only three matches. His debut with the Sacred Mantle took place on October 19, 2013, when the Eagles, then led by Jorge Jesus, traveled to face Cinfães. The Portuguese international came on in the 80th minute to replace Filip Djuricic, in a match that ended with a 1-0 victory for Benfica, thanks to a goal from Ola John (52’).

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