News Focus
- Bernardo Silva will leave Manchester City when his contract ends in June.
- Juventus fear they will lose the race for the Portugal international.
- The Serie A side must qualify for the Champions League to attract him.
- Atletico Madrid remain strong rivals for his signature.
- The Italian club may now target Tijjani Reijnders or Brahim Diaz instead.
Juventus face disappointment in their pursuit of Bernardo Silva. The Portugal midfielder plans to leave Manchester City this summer after nine years at the club. Reports from Italy suggest the Turin side will miss out on the free transfer if they fail to reach next season’s Champions League.
Silva has won six Premier League titles with City. His contract expires at the end of June, making him available without a fee. Several top European clubs want to sign the 30-year-old playmaker.
The Bianconeri entered the final round of Serie A fixtures with their Champions League hopes in danger. They needed results to go their way to secure a top-four finish. Without qualification for Europe’s elite competition, Silva will likely choose another destination.
Atletico Madrid present the biggest threat to Juventus. The Spanish side has already secured their place in next season’s Champions League. They also offer Silva a location closer to his home country of Portugal. This geographical advantage could prove crucial in his decision.
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Juventus have begun searching for other options. They now show interest in two former AC Milan players. Manchester City’s Tijjani Reijnders sits high on their list. The Dutch midfielder has struggled for regular minutes at the Etihad Stadium. Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz also features as a possible alternative. The Spanish playmaker previously spent time on loan at the Rossoneri.