Atletico added Bernardo Silva to their wrestling in place of Griezmann
Atletico Madrid have entered the race for Bernardo Silva, the Manchester City midfielder who has been a consistent performer for years, according to Zamin.uz.
Following the departure of long-time talisman Antoine Griezmann, the Spanish side is seeking a high-caliber attacking player to fill the void, and the Portuguese playmaker is now expected to leave the Etihad Stadium as a free agent, sparking serious interest from several of Europe’s top clubs.
According to Goal.com, this development has drawn attention from multiple elite teams. Marca reports that head coach Diego Simeone aims to address the gap left by Griezmann’s move to Major League Soccer by bringing in Silva.
At 31, the Portugal international is viewed as a ready-made professional who can maintain Atletico’s competitiveness in both La Liga and the Champions League. The club’s leadership has indicated willingness to make him a central figure in their new sporting project.
Silva announced his intention to depart Manchester City after nine successful seasons at the club. Currently, he is being linked with Barcelona, Chelsea, Juventus, and AC Milan.
However, Atletico Madrid may gain an advantage due to the absence of a transfer fee, allowing them to pursue the player discreetly while offering a move to the Metropolitano Stadium. His versatility on the pitch is considered a key asset for Simeone.
Silva can operate effectively as a winger, central midfielder, or second striker. Having made 459 appearances for City, scoring 77 goals and providing 76 assists, his experience would be highly valuable to the Madrid side.
Moreover, his high work rate and tactical intelligence align closely with Simeone’s demanding style of play. Italian giants are also reportedly interested in Silva as part of their squad rebuilding efforts.
Yet, a return to the Iberian Peninsula and the chance to compete for silverware in La Liga could give Atletico Madrid an edge in negotiations. Bernardo Silva now stands at a crossroads, weighing whether to conclude his career at the highest level and embrace new challenges.
A final decision on this transfer is expected in the coming months.
