Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva is reportedly willing to be patient and wait until the final days of the summer transfer window to complete his move to FC Barcelona, according to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo.
The 32-year-old departed Manchester City after a remarkable nine-year spell in which he won everything the club had to offer, and now has his sights firmly set on a new chapter at the Catalan giants.
Negotiations Advanced but Deal Remains Complicated
Talks between Barcelona and Bernardo Silva’s camp have reportedly reached an advanced stage in recent days. However, completing the transfer is far from straightforward. The main obstacle remains Barcelona’s well-documented financial difficulties, which require the club to offload multiple players before they can officially register a new signing of Bernardo’s profile.
The Portuguese star is fully aware of the economic constraints at Camp Nou, and according to the report, he is prepared to hold off on any final announcement until the very last moment of the window if necessary — a sign of just how committed he is to making this move happen.
Bernardo Silva Willing to Take a Pay Cut for Barcelona
Beyond his patience, Bernardo Silva is reportedly ready to make further sacrifices to join Hansi Flick’s squad. The Manchester City legend is open to reducing his salary demands in line with Barcelona’s current financial reality, demonstrating an exceptional level of flexibility and desire for the move.
In his final season at City, Bernardo featured in 53 matches, contributing 3 goals and 5 assists. Across his entire nine-year tenure at the Etihad, he made 460 appearances, scoring 76 goals and providing 77 assists — a legacy that cements his status as one of the Premier League’s finest midfielders of his generation.
