Bernardo Silva is set to become a Real Madrid player after the Spanish giants moved quickly to complete a deal for the Portuguese midfielder.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that an agreement has been reached after new Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho identified Silva as a priority signing during talks with club officials earlier this week.
According to Romano, the 31-year-old has agreed a two-year contract with the option of a further season.
Romano said the deal was completed within 36 hours, with Real Madrid acting swiftly to secure Silva’s signature ahead of other interested clubs.
The move will bring Silva’s nine-year stay at Manchester City to an end. Since joining from Monaco in 2017, the Portugal international has been a key figure in one of the most successful periods in the club’s history, winning six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, five League Cups and the UEFA Champions League.
Romano disclosed that Mourinho personally pushed for the signing, prompting Real Madrid to accelerate negotiations and get the deal over the line in a matter of days.
Silva is expected to join the Spanish side ahead of the 2026/27 campaign as Mourinho begins preparations for his first full season back at the Santiago Bernabéu.
