Bernardo Silva signs with Benfica after leaving Manchester City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated May 30, 2026
Bernardo Silva has departed Manchester City as a free agent and is set to join Benfica. The Portuguese international expressed a desire to return to his home country after a successful tenure with City, where he won 20 trophies, including six Premier League titles, under manager Pep Guardiola. Silva's move marks a significant transition as he aims to contribute to Benfica in the Primeira Liga. The club will be looking to strengthen its squad ahead of the new season.
- •Silva leaves Manchester City after winning 20 trophies
- •He expressed a desire to play closer to home
- •Benfica aims to capitalize on his experience
- •Silva joins ahead of the new Primeira Liga season
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Bernardo Silva selects European giant as next club after leaving Manchester City
"Bernardo Silva has left Man City as a free agent amid desire to return close to home in PortugalFormer Man City captain won 20 trophies under Pep Guardiola at the Etihad StadiumSix-time Premier League...
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