Real Madrid advances talks with Bernardo Silva after Man City exit

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Real Madrid advances talks with Bernardo Silva after Man City exit
Summary

Real Madrid is in advanced negotiations with Bernardo Silva following his departure from Manchester City. The club has submitted an official proposal to the 31-year-old midfielder, who has been linked to Barcelona but has not finalized a decision on his future. Silva confirmed his departure from Manchester City earlier this month after a successful nine-year stint. His agent indicated that Silva would choose his next club after completing his participation in the ongoing World Cup. This update comes as Real Madrid seeks to bolster its squad under new coach Jose Mourinho.

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  • Real Madrid has made an official proposal to Bernardo Silva.
  • Silva left Manchester City as a free agent after nine years.
  • Barcelona was previously considered the frontrunner for Silva.
  • Decisions on transfers are pending until after the World Cup.
  • Jose Mourinho is reshaping the Real Madrid squad.
Latest Updates
  • 5:10 PMYahoo SportsReal Madrid in advanced talks to sign veteran midfielder on a free transfer – Romano
  • 4:55 PMYahoo SportsReal Madrid Makes Contract Offer To Sign Bernardo Silva, Reports Fabrizio Romano
  • 4:50 PMYahoo SportsBernardo Silva advancing in contract talks with Real Madrid, confirms Fabrizio Romano
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In a major update, Fabrizio Romano reports that Real Madrid are now in advanced talks to sign Bernardo Silva, who is also a target for arch-rivals FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.The Merengues have a...

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Real Madrid have sent an official proposal to Bernardo Silva after recent Man City exitLos Blancos in advanced talks to sign the 31-year-old midfielder as a free agentSilva had named Barcelona as one ...

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Real Madrid have sent a formal contract offer to Bernardo Silva according to a leading transfer market expert.

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