Bernardo Silva has officially informed Manchester City of his decision to leave the club as a free agent in June, bringing an end to a highly successful spell at the Etihad Stadium.
The development was first reported earlier and has now been confirmed, with Fabrizio Romano stating that the midfielder communicated his decision to the club this week. This confirmation puts an end to weeks of speculation surrounding Silva’s future.
Silva, who joined City in 2017 from AS Monaco, has been a key figure in Pep Guardiola’s system. Known for his intelligence, work rate, and versatility, the Portuguese international played a major role in the club’s domestic and European dominance over the past few seasons.
During his time in Manchester, Silva won multiple major honours. His trophy cabinet includes one UEFA Champions League title, six Premier League titles, four League Cups, and two FA Cups. He was also a central figure in City’s historic treble-winning campaign in the 2022-23 season.