Barcelona have turned their attention to Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva following the completion of their deal for Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, according to reports from El Chiringuito.
The Catalan club are anticipating the departure of Marc Casado, who is reportedly seeking more consistent playing time, creating a vacancy in Hansi Flick’s midfield options for the upcoming 2026-27 season. While Barcelona already possess a strong core of midfielders in Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Gavi, and Marc Bernal, the coaching staff believe the squad lacks experienced players.
Silva’s agent, Jorge Mendes, has a well-established relationship with Barcelona president Joan Laporta, and discussions regarding a potential transfer have been ongoing for several months. Initially, Barcelona showed limited interest, but that stance has reportedly shifted in recent days.
El Chiringuito reports that Barcelona now view signing Silva as a feasible option, a development welcomed by the player himself, who is said to prioritize a move to the Spotify Camp Nou. The 31-year-old Silva has consistently been a key figure for Manchester City, contributing significantly to their success in recent seasons, including a pivotal role in their Premier League title wins.
Barcelona believe Silva would be a valuable addition, providing both depth in midfield and tactical flexibility as a potential understudy to Lamine Yamal on the right side of attack. His experience would be particularly beneficial to Barcelona’s younger players as they continue to develop.
However, Barcelona face competition for Silva’s signature from Atletico Madrid, and his future remains uncertain until after his participation in the 2026 World Cup with Portugal. The resolution of his international commitments is expected to be a key factor in determining his club future.
