According to a report by Spanish outlet SPORT, Bernardo Silva is willing to take a pay cut to join Barcelona in the summer transfer window. However, he wants the Blaugrana to make a quick decision about pursuing him and does not want uncertainties surrounding him heading into August. However, the Manchester City playmaker’s release clause of €58 million is complicating matters.

Bernardo Silva and his incredible Manchester City story

Bernardo Silva has grafted hard to become a mainstay in the middle of the park for Manchester City. There was a time when he was a rotation option for Pep Guardiola, compelling him to seek a departure a few years ago. However, the Portuguese international has been instrumental in Manchester City’s success in the last three seasons.

The 29-year-old has turned out over 350 times thus far for Manchester City, chipping in with 66 goals and 62 assists. However, Silva believes he is ready to embark on a new adventure after seven years at the Etihad. And Manchester City will be powerless to stop the player, who has a release clause worth €58 million in his contract.

Widespread reports have claimed that Silva’s desired destination will be Barcelona, having previously tried to join the Blaugrana. However, a move has never materialised, with the Catalan outfit not having the funds to afford his signature. That might still be true, with Barcelona struggling to raise €58 million to land the Manchester City star.

Will Silva secure his desired Barcelona move?

Barcelona’s interest in Bernardo Silva is understandable amid uncertainties surrounding the futures of Raphinha and Ferran Torres. While Silva excels through the central areas, he is equally adept at playing on the right flank, with some of his best performances coming from the wide areas.

So, the Portuguese international is a viable target for Barcelona. And Silva is ready to take a wage cut to join the Blaugrana. However, he does not want to wait until the final month of the summer transfer window to sort out his future.

That might not happen, with Barcelona struggling to muster up the funds to cough up €58 million and secure Bernardo Silva’s services. However, the Manchester City playmaker’s readiness to take a pay cut boosts their prospects.