Juventus’s aspirations of signing Bernardo Silva on a free transfer are diminishing rapidly. Reports suggest that the Portuguese international is on the verge of completing a move to Barcelona.
Barcelona Poised to Secure Bernardo Silva Over Juventus
Bernardo Silva, now a free agent after departing Manchester City, was a target for Juventus, who had been actively pursuing a deal for the six-time Premier League winner.
However, Juventus was not the only club interested. Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Galatasaray, and clubs from the USA and Saudi Arabia were also vying for the 31-year-old’s signature. Silva has expressed a desire to finalize his next career move before the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
Juventus’s chances of securing Silva were dealt a significant blow when they failed to qualify for next season’s Champions League on the final day of the 2025-26 season.
According to prominent Italian reporters, including Alfredo Pedulla, Gianluigi Longari, and Nicolo Schira, Bernardo Silva is now in the advanced stages of negotiations with Barcelona. An agreement is reportedly in place for a two-year contract, extending until the summer of 2028, with an option for a further 12-month extension.
Bernardo Silva: Juventus’s Hopes Dim as Barcelona Closes In on Transfer
Juventus’s chances of acquiring Bernardo Silva on a free transfer are rapidly fading, as the Portuguese star is reportedly nearing a deal with Barcelona. The Italian club had been hopeful of securing the services of the former Manchester City player, but competition from other suitors, coupled with Juventus’s failure to qualify for the Champions League, has shifted the momentum. Barcelona is now said to be in advanced negotiations, with a two-year contract reportedly agreed upon.
