Madrid – 17.06.2026: Bernardo Silva, 31 years old, has signed a two-year contract with Real Madrid and officially parted ways with Manchester City after nine successful years. In the just concluded 2025/26 season, the Portuguese midfielder helped the Skyblues win the Champions League title, marking the pinnacle of his career in England. Despite receiving offers from rivals such as FC Barcelona and Atlético Madrid, Silva chose Spain’s record champions after being directly contacted and persuaded by José Mourinho, Real Madrid’s new coach, regarding the transfer.
The acquisition of Silva is an important part of Real Madrid’s ambitious restructuring plan to strengthen the team for upcoming challenges in both domestic and international competitions. Alongside this midfielder, the club has also signed other notable players such as the French defender Ibrahima Konaté and the Dutch right-back Denzel Dumfries. These signings focus on reinforcing the defense and increasing tactical flexibility in the squad.
Bernardo Silva not only possesses top-level technical skills but also brings extensive experience playing at the highest levels, which will particularly benefit Real Madrid in the Champions League. His versatility in central and attacking midfield positions allows Mourinho to build multiple playing systems. Silva is regarded as a creative player with high endurance and dangerous goal-scoring ability, making him an important part of the team.
Silva’s move to Real Madrid also marks the end of an era in Manchester, where he became one of the key players and greatly contributed to the Skyblues’ success. Over the past nine years, he has won numerous titles, including multiple Premier League championships and especially the long-awaited Champions League trophy last season. His departure is met with regret but also deep respect from fans and the club.
With this transfer campaign, Real Madrid aims to maintain its number one position in European football and ensure long-term success in competitions. Signing Silva sends a clear signal about the club’s ambitions under José Mourinho’s leadership. The experienced coach, who has led major teams to significant titles multiple times, will help the club return to the peak of international football.
Next season, with the addition of Silva, Konaté, and Dumfries, Real Madrid’s squad already has three new signings, clearly showing major changes within the team. Fans and experts are very curious about the performance of this new lineup and whether these signings will live up to expectations. Silva himself is optimistic and has expressed excitement for the new challenge at one of the biggest football clubs in the world.