Bernardo Silva joins Real Madrid on free transfer after Manchester City exit

Real Madrid have signed Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract with Manchester City, bolstering their midfield with one of the most decorated players of the Premier League era.

The Spanish giants announced on Wednesday that Silva had signed a two-year contract through June 2028. The 31-year-old arrives after a trophy-laden nine-year spell at Manchester City, where he won six Premier League titles, a Champions League crown and numerous domestic cups. The Spanish giants announced on Wednesday that Silva had signed a two-year contract through June 2028.

The 31-year-old arrives after a trophy-laden nine-year spell at Manchester City, where he won six Premier League titles, a Champions League crown and numerous domestic cups.


Silva is expected to add experience, creativity and versatility to Madrid's midfield. Capable of operating centrally, on either flank or in an advanced playmaking role, he arrives as the club looks to refresh its squad after a disappointing season.

Silva is expected to add experience, creativity and versatility to Madrid's midfield. Capable of operating centrally, on either flank or in an advanced playmaking role, he arrives as the club looks to refresh its squad after a disappointing season