Bernardo Silva confirms Man City exit

Football
16 Apr 2026 • 8:34 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Bernardo Silva and Manchester City have confirmed he will depart the club at the end of the current season after nine years.
  • The midfielder's contract is due to expire in the summer, and he had previously indicated a desire to move to a warmer climate.
  • Silva, 31, released a statement reflecting on his significant achievements with the club, including winning the Treble, four consecutive Premier League titles, and 19 trophies in total.
  • He expressed gratitude to the club, manager Pep Guardiola, staff, teammates, and fans, stating he arrived as a player and leaves as a supporter.
  • Assistant manager Pep Lijnders acknowledged Silva's unique qualities, describing him as irreplaceable and highlighting the challenge of finding a successor.

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