Bernardo Silva joins Real Madrid on a free transfer ahead of World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Bernardo Silva is set to join Real Madrid on a free transfer, with a deal reportedly agreed ahead of Portugal's World Cup opener. The signing concludes a lengthy pursuit involving Barcelona and Atlético Madrid. Silva, whose contract with Manchester City ends, spent nearly a decade at the club and was previously their captain. Key details of the contract indicate Madrid's strategic advantage in signing Silva without a transfer fee and the influence of José Mourinho in the decision-making process. The official announcement of the transfer may come after Silva's World Cup participation concludes.
- •Real Madrid secures Bernardo Silva on a free transfer.
- •Silva leaves Manchester City after nearly 10 years.
- •José Mourinho played a significant role in the transfer.
- •Silva's contract reportedly runs until 2028 with an option for 2029.
- •Official announcement expected after Portugal's World Cup campaign.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bernardo Silva Set to Join Real Madrid Ahead of World Cup
"Real Madrid have won the race to sign Bernardo Silva on a free transfer, with transfer reporter Matteo Moretto reporting the deal is agreed ahead of Portugal’s World Cup opener. The signing ends a p...
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