Bernardo Silva delays transfer decision until after 2026 World Cup: Report
Manchester City star Bernardo Silva has changed his plans regarding his future and will now make a final decision on his club career only after the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to his agent Jorge Mendes.
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Speaking to Fabrizio Romanosuper-agent Jorge Mendes confirmed:
“Bernardo will decide after World Cup.”
Initially, the expectation was that Silva would resolve his future before the tournament, but the Portuguese midfielder has decided to fully focus on representing Portugal at the World Cup without any distractions.
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Bernardo Silva change plans and will decide his future after the World Cup. 🇵🇹
Initial plan was before World Cup but Silva understands nothing is done yet and now plans to focus on Portugal.
❗️ “Bernardo will decide after World Cup”, agent Jorge Mendes tells me. pic.twitter.com/ZcxRvPxXdL
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 3, 2026
What This Means for Bernardo Silva
This development adds a new layer of uncertainty to Silva’s future at Manchester City. The Portuguese playmaker has been heavily linked with a move away from the Etihad Stadium in recent windows, with clubs like Barcelona and Al-Hilal showing strong interest in the past.
By postponing any decision until after the World Cup, Silva is ensuring he can concentrate fully on helping Portugal compete for glory in 2026 without distractions from club negotiations.
Career Context
Since joining Manchester City from Monaco in 2017, Bernardo Silva has established himself as one of the Premier League’s most technically gifted and consistent midfielders, winning multiple league titles and major trophies under Pep Guardiola.
With his contract situation and high performance levels, several top European clubs are expected to monitor his decision closely once the World Cup concludes.
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