Guardiola’s Statement on Silva’s Future
Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, has addressed the swirling rumours regarding Bernardo Silva’s future at the club. Guardiola firmly stated that despite widespread speculation, no club has approached Manchester City about Silva. “There are many rumours in the press on Bernardo but no one has called us so far,” Guardiola clarified during a recent press interaction.
No Contact from Barcelona or Other Clubs
Specifically addressing the rumours linking Silva to Barcelona, Guardiola confirmed that “We’ve received NO calls from Barça or any other club.” This statement comes amidst frequent media speculation about potential interest from major European clubs in Silva.
Guardiola’s Praise for Silva
Guardiola also expressed his admiration for Silva’s abilities and his desire for the player to remain with Manchester City. “He’s a wonderful player, I hope he’s gonna stay with us at Manchester City,” he said, highlighting the value Silva adds to the team.
Background on Guardiola’s Recent Comments
Guardiola’s recent comments align with his consistent support for his players amidst transfer rumours. Previously, he has spoken highly of other team members such as Stefan Ortega and Vincent Kompany, emphasizing his strategy of retaining key players to maintain the team’s competitive edge.