Manchester City to hold a meeting with £80 million-rated Barcelona target to discuss future

Bernardo Silva is a player that has found himself heavily linked with a transfer to Barcelona over the past couple of years. The Manchester City maestro was on the club’s radars in 2021 while links continued to persist this past summer as well.

Given the Catalans’ financial issues they were unable to muster up a move for the Portuguese international early in the summer window. While attempts were made later on, it was too close to the deadline day and City refused to do business.

Heading into 2023, however, Silva continues to remain on Barcelona’s agenda. Xavi is understood to see the former AS Monaco ace as the ideal fit for his midfield alongside Pedri and the Blaugrana could again launch an attempt for the 28-year-old.

Now, Mundo Deportivo is reporting that Silva’s camp will hold a meeting with Manchester City during the World Cup break and discuss his future beyond the current season amidst the interest from Barça.

The 28-year-old is believed to be open to the idea of joining the La Liga heavyweights and the Premier League champions wish to confirm if he does indeed want to leave the club come summer of 2023 so that they can start preparing to sign a replacement.

Pep Guardiola and City’s sporting staff want Silva to remain a part of the club but will not stand in his way if he wishes to leave. However, it is clarified that the Citizens will want at least £80 million (€91 million) to sell him next year.

The Portuguese international still has over two years left on his contract at the Etihad which puts City in a good position. But, as iterated earlier, they will let Silva leave if he desires to do so. However, it will take a significant offer from Barcelona to land the 28-year-old.

Player valuation in title obtained from transfermarkt.com on date of publication.