Manchester City maestro Bernardo Silva, fresh off a triumphant season, is reportedly on the verge of a surprising transfer to a Saudi Arabian club.
Silva’s exceptional performances played a pivotal role in City’s glorious campaign, contributing seven goals and eight assists across 55 appearances as they clinched the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League treble.
Despite his remarkable success, the Portuguese playmaker has openly expressed his desire for a new challenge once an acceptable offer is presented to City. With two years remaining on his contract, City may soon need to consider a compromise, but as of now, no bid has matched their valuation of around £75m.
While Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain have shown interest, their financial constraints prevent them from completing the transfer at the moment. However, according to Marca, Silva is prepared to accept an offer from the Saudi Pro League, signaling his readiness to embark on a new chapter in his career.
Although the specific club remains undisclosed, only Al-Ittihad, Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal, and Al Ahli have the financial capacity to afford Silva due to the support of the Public Investment Fund (PIF). The report suggests that Silva is eager “to leave Europe for the Saudi elite” after being presented with a substantial offer that paves the way for an exciting new journey.
In recent days, the Saudi Pro League has emerged as an attractive destination, with several high-profile players linked to moves. The imminent transfer of Ruben Neves from Wolverhampton Wanderers to Al-Hilal is set to break the league’s transfer record. Additionally, Chelsea’s Edouard Mendy, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Hakim Ziyech, along with N’Golo Kante joining Al-Ittihad, add further allure to the league’s growing appeal.
While Tottenham Hotspur’s Son Heung-min has publicly dismissed the idea of a move to the Middle East, it is expected that fresh bids will be made for other notable players, solidifying the Saudi Pro League’s ambition to challenge Europe’s elite and establish itself as one of the world’s most captivating football leagues. Bernardo Silva’s prospective move serves as a testament to the league’s rising status and the allure it holds for top talents.
