Key Takeaways
- Barcelona have reached a preliminary agreement with Bernardo Silva over a summer transfer
- The Manchester City star is prepared to accept lower wages to complete the move to Camp Nou
- Head coach Hansi Flick will give final approval only after the La Liga title is secured
Barcelona plan to make several changes to their squad for next season. The club wants to strengthen the midfield area. Marc Casado is expected to leave the club. This will create space for a new player to arrive.
Bernardo Silva appears to be the top target. The Manchester City playmaker will become a free agent when his current deal expires. He announced last month that he will depart the Etihad Stadium. Barcelona have wanted to sign the 31-year-old for a long time.
Super agent Jorge Mendes represents Silva. He has close links with Barcelona president Joan Laporta. Mendes has already presented the opportunity to sign the midfielder. Silva wants to play in Spain more than any other destination. He is ready to accept lower wages to make this happen.
Italian newspaper Tuttosport suggests there is an 80% chance he will move to Barcelona this summer. The two sides have already reached a basic agreement. However, some issues remain unresolved. The biggest obstacle is the manager’s approval. Hansi Flick does not want to think about transfers until the team wins the La Liga title. Barcelona could become champions on Sunday if Real Madrid do not beat Espanyol. Only then will Flick consider new arrivals.
Silva would bring important experience to a young team. The club must still have enough money to buy a centre-back and a striker. These positions are more important for the summer transfer window.