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Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva has officially confirmed that he will be leaving the club at the end of the 2025/26 season. This marks the end of an era for the Premier League champions. The 31-year-old Portuguese playmaker, who arrived at the Etihad Stadium from Monaco in 2017, announced his decision in a heartfelt social media post on Thursday, April 16, 2026. After spending nine trophy-laden years under Pep Guardiola, Silva has become one of the most decorated and popular figures in the club’s history. As his contract enters its final months, the midfielder expressed his gratitude to the fans and the city that has become his home, declaring that he will remain a “City fan for life” while he seeks a new challenge elsewhere.
Bernardo Silva career stats: A nine-year legacy at Manchester City
Since joining in 2017 for a fee of approx €50.00 millionBernardo Silva was the heartbeat of the Manchester City midfielder. In his nine seasons he made 451 appearances, placing him in the top 10 of the club’s all-time appearances list. His contributions included 76 goals and 77 assists, but his impact went far beyond the numbers. Known for his incredible work rate and tactical intelligence, Silva has often been described by Pep Guardiola as his “most trusted lieutenant”. He retires as current captain after managing to assume the leadership role and lead the team through its greatest period of sustained success.
How many trophies did Bernardo Silva win with Manchester City?
Bernardo Silva departs as one of the most successful players in English football history, having won 15 major trophies during his stay. Its yield includes:
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6 Premier League titles (including the historic four-in-a-row).
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1 UEFA Champions League (2022-23).
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2 FA Cups.
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5 EFL (Carabao) trophies (including the 2025-26 edition).
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1 FIFA Club World Cup And 1 UEFA Super Cup. He was a core member of the Squad to win the treble in 2022-23 and the “Centurions” team that reached 100 points in the 2017/18 season.
What is Bernardo Silva’s next club? Future transfer rumors
While his exit is confirmed, his next destination remains the subject of intense speculation. Bernardo Silva has been linked with a move to Barcelona for several seasons and the Catalan giants are expected to rekindle their interest this summer. Furthermore, his boyhood club Benfica has expressed a strong desire to bring him back to Portugal. Other rumors point to potential interest from the Saudi Pro League, although Silva is reportedly interested in staying in Europe to compete at the top level for a few more years.
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