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Real Madrid have officially secured the signature of Bernardo Silva, who will join the club on a contract lasting until 2028, with the option to extend for an additional year. The Portuguese midfielder is currently participating in the World Cup with his national team and will become one of the club’s newest additions this summer.
Silva arrives on a free transfer after concluding his contract with Manchester City, where he was a pivotal figure under manager Pep Guardiola since 2017. His move to Madrid follows the club’s recent signings, including Cucurella, who has already been announced, and Dumfries and Konaté, whose arrivals are still pending official confirmation.
According to reports from MARCA, negotiations had reached an advanced stage by June 11, and now the transfer has been made official. This signing sees Real Madrid outmaneuver rivals Barcelona and Atlético de Madrid, who were also in pursuit of Silva.
Mou’s request
Weeks before the deal was finalized, Silva had hinted at his intentions, emphasizing the importance of feeling genuinely wanted by his future club. “In the end, I’m going to try to find a team where they want me, where I feel they really want me. That is very important and the day I make my decision, they will know,” the midfielder stated. That team has now been confirmed as Real Madrid, aligning with the club’s ambitions ahead of the upcoming season.
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