Juventus line up two-year deal for Bernardo Silva

Juventus are preparing a two-year contract offer for Bernardo Silva as they wait on a final decision over his Manchester City future, with the coming weeks expected to be decisive.

Interest from Turin has been present for several months, with FootballPlace first reporting Juventus’ admiration for the Portugal international in September. At the time, confidence was growing that the Bianconeri were exploring the possibility of signing Silva on a free transfer in 2026, following uncertainty over his long-term plans at the Etihad Stadium.

That uncertainty has not eased. As the season has progressed, there has been little indication that Silva is ready to commit to an extended stay with Manchester City, a situation that has only strengthened Juventus’ resolve.

According to Calciomercato.it, Juventus are now in regular contact with Silva’s entourage and are awaiting clarity on whether the midfielder intends to see out his contract in Manchester or pursue a new challenge.

The expectation in Turin is that Silva will make a definitive call on his future in the coming weeks. In response, Juventus have already prepared a two-year contract proposal, positioning themselves to move quickly should the opportunity arise.

Silva’s profile fits neatly into Juventus’ planning. The club are prioritising experienced, high-level performers who can add immediate quality without a transfer fee, particularly as they continue to rebalance their wage structure.

Internally, Silva is viewed as a more attractive option than Franck Kessié. While the Ivory Coast international has been linked with a return to Italy, his current salary would require a significant reduction, complicating any potential deal.

By contrast, Silva remains a regular contributor at the highest level. The 31-year-old has made 34 appearances in all competitions for Manchester City this season, underlining both his durability and Pep Guardiola’s continued trust in him.

Crucially for Juventus, Silva’s versatility adds further appeal. While primarily a central midfielder, he has also operated effectively on the right wing, offering tactical flexibility that would be valuable across a long Serie A campaign and European competition.

Having followed Manchester City closely this season, Silva’s influence remains evident even as his contractual future stays unresolved. His intelligence in possession, work rate out of possession and ability to adapt roles within games continue to set him apart.

At 31, Juventus believe he still has plenty to offer at the top level in Europe. However, it remains too early to draw firm conclusions, as much will depend on Manchester City’s own intentions and whether Silva feels his cycle at the Etihad is nearing its natural end.

For now, Juventus are positioned and waiting.

The next few weeks are expected to be critical. If Silva signals a willingness to leave Manchester City when his contract expires, Juventus are prepared to accelerate talks and formalise their proposal.

Should he instead indicate a desire to extend his stay in Manchester, Juventus may be forced to pivot to alternative targets. Until then, the Italian club are monitoring developments closely, aware that timing will be crucial in securing one of Europe’s most consistent midfielders on a free transfer.

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