Bernardo Silva Set To Leave Manchester City At End Of Season
Sports Updated: 07 March 2026 20:31 EAT
Manchester city centre midfielder Bernardo Silva
Bernardo Silva is expected to leave Manchester City at the end of the 2025–26 season when his contract expires, bringing an end to a highly successful spell at the Etihad Stadium. Reports indicate that there are currently no negotiations underway between the Portuguese midfielder and the club over a contract renewal.
The 31‑year‑old has been a central figure in City’s golden era under manager Pep Guardiola. Since joining the Premier League giants from AS Monaco in 2017, Silva has played a pivotal role in the club’s domestic and European dominance.
During his nine‑year stay in Manchester, Silva helped the club secure numerous major honours, including multiple Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League. His technical ability, tactical intelligence and versatility made him one of Guardiola’s most trusted players.
The Portuguese international was also appointed club captain ahead of the 2025–26 season following the departures of senior figures such as Kevin De Bruyne and Kyle Walker. Despite his leadership role, his long‑term future at the club has remained uncertain for several months.
Sources close to the situation suggest Silva is ready to seek a new challenge after nearly a decade in England. With his contract set to expire in June 2026, he will be able to leave the club as a free agent.
Interest in the midfielder is already growing across Europe and beyond. Clubs in Italy, Spain and Saudi Arabia have previously been linked with a potential move, while a return to boyhood club SL Benfica has also been mentioned as a possible destination.
Manchester City are reportedly beginning to consider possible replacements as they plan for life after Silva. The club is expected to refresh its midfield as part of a broader squad evolution following the departures of several experienced players in recent seasons.
For City supporters, Silva’s likely exit signals the end of an era. The Portuguese playmaker has been one of the defining figures of the Guardiola era, and his departure would close a chapter that delivered some of the most successful years in the club’s history.
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