Bernardo Silva’s future finally appears to be moving towards a conclusion after months of uncertainty surrounding the Manchester City star.
The Portuguese midfielder is approaching the final stage of his contract at the Etihad and several European giants have spent recent months trying to convince him over a summer move.
Juventus emerged as one of the strongest contenders and reportedly pushed heavily to bring the Manchester City captain to Turin.
Luciano Spalletti personally contacted the player, while club directors also held discussions with super-agent Jorge Mendes in an attempt to convince Silva to join the Serie A giants.
For a long time, Juventus believed they still had a genuine chance. However, the club’s recent collapse in the Serie A table completely changed the situation.
Juventus now face the serious possibility of missing out on Champions League football next season after slipping down to sixth place.
That setback reportedly destroyed their hopes of competing financially with Europe’s biggest clubs for Silva’s signature.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Bernardo Silva has now decided to continue his career in Spain.
And while Barcelona long remained his dream destination, another La Liga giant has now moved ahead in the race.
Atletico Madrid have reportedly overtaken both Juventus and Barcelona after a determined push from Diego Simeone.
The report claims Simeone personally played a major role in convincing the Manchester City midfielder over the project in Madrid.
Bernardo Silva has always admired Spanish football and reportedly viewed La Liga as his preferred next destination after Manchester City.
Now, after Atletico Madrid’s late push dramatically changed the race, Bernardo Silva reportedly looks increasingly likely to begin a new chapter in Spain under Diego Simeone.
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