Bernardo Silva discusses Manchester City exit and Pep Guardiola's influence
Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva has opened up on his Etihad exit, hinted at a move within Europe, and discussed how Pep Guardiola's Barcelona was an inspiration for him
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva has opened up on Pep Guardiola's influence on his career -Credit:Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images Bernardo Silva is looking to reunite with his family as he prepares to depart Manchester City following a trophy-filled career at the Etihad. The Blues captain is bringing his City tenure to a close and will exit with a domestic cup double, with any prospect of converting that into a Treble eliminated by the midweek draw at AFC Bournemouth. Silva has been a cornerstone of City's achievements and will likely continue competing in a top European league, with Barcelona and Juventus among his suitors.
Although the 31-year-old has dismissed a return to boyhood club Benfica, his family in Lisbon have played a significant role in his decision to move on, as per the Manchester Evening News . DR Congo expected to receive U. S.
Travel Exemption for 2026 World Cup despite Ebola Outbreak Clint Dempsey warns of World Cup ‘nightmare’ scenario for USMNT as legend makes prediction Silva's summer exit has been confirmed, whilst Guardiola's has not yet been made official -Credit:Pedro Porru/MB Media/Getty Images "It's a mix of things in terms of trophies, in terms of what I personally achieved here," Bernardo said of leaving City. "It's never enough, but I feel that we won a lot, our generation. I feel that also it's time for these young guys to have their moment.
"And for me personally, it's an opportunity to go a bit closer to my family. It's been quite a long time. 12 years that I've been apart and quite far away, and I want to be a bit closer to them.