When the summer transfer window commences, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will find themselves in an advantageous position to secure the services of a prominent Manchester City player.
According to Le10Sport, this scenario is anticipated as PSG intends to pursue Bernardo Silva, whom they consider a viable candidate to bolster their squad.
This ambition stems from the imminent departure of their star player, Kylian Mbappe, who has communicated his decision not to extend his contract beyond the current season.
Mbappe’s impending exit leaves PSG with a significant void in their lineup and substantial financial resources to address it, thus reigniting their interest in Silva from Manchester City.
Notably, PSG’s attraction to Silva is not newfound; reports suggest that the club’s football advisor, Luis Campos, views him as a priority acquisition, especially since previous attempts to secure his signature in 2022 and 2023 were unsuccessful.
Despite ongoing speculation about Silva’s potential move to continental Europe over the years, concrete deals have failed to materialize. However, the extension of his contract until 2026 earlier last summer seemed to signal a commitment to his current path.
Yet, the revelation of a £50 million release clause in Silva’s new contract has reignited PSG’s pursuit, positioning them favorably to pursue him once the clause becomes active on July 1. It is reported that Silva harbors a desire to join PSG, further fueling the speculation surrounding his potential transfer.
Annually, discussions surrounding Silva’s potential transfer to either PSG or Barcelona emerge early in the transfer window, underscoring the persistent interest in his services despite his recent contract extension.
However, the prospect of such a relatively modest release clause presents a concerning proposition for Manchester City, as PSG’s financial capabilities could easily facilitate the activation of the clause, particularly with the impending windfall from Mbappe’s departure.
Silva’s proven pedigree as a world-class talent positions him as an ideal candidate for PSG to mitigate the impact of Mbappe’s impending exit, providing the Parisian club with a capable replacement.
As Manchester City awaits clarity on the future of one of their key players, the looming possibility of Silva’s departure adds to the uncertainty surrounding yet another potentially turbulent summer transfer window.
