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Fernando Santos praises Bernardo Silva's move to Real Madrid

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Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Fernando Santos praises Bernardo Silva's move to Real Madrid
Summary

Former Portugal coach Fernando Santos endorsed Bernardo Silva's transfer to Real Madrid, emphasizing his qualities despite recent struggles at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Santos, who knows Silva well, cites his tactical intelligence and adaptability as vital assets for the team under coach José Mourinho. Santos believes Silva remains at the peak of his career and is capable of succeeding alongside stars like Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Jr. He assures that Silva will handle the pressure of playing at the Santiago Bernabéu and make significant contributions to the squad.

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  • •Bernardo Silva struggled during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  • •Santos calls Silva one of the world's best midfielders.
  • •Mourinho is expected to utilize Silva in a key role.
  • •Silva's past success makes him a valuable addition to Real Madrid.
  • •Santos anticipates Silva will adapt well to team dynamics.
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  • 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Former Portugal coach explains why Bernardo Silva will succeed at Real Madrid
  • 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Former Portugal coach explains why Bernardo Silva will thrive at Real Madrid: ‘They have signed a phenomenal player’
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Last summer, Real Madrid bade farewell to one of the most beloved and influential players in their recent history, the midfielder Luka Modric, who left the club after having spent 13 years in the whit...

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Real Madrid’s decision to sign Bernardo Silva has received a major vote of confidence from one of the people who knows him better than most. Despite the midfielder enduring a difficult 2026 FIFA Wo...

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