Amid the Manchester United and Frenkie de Jong situation, their rivals and current Premier League champions have expressed their desire to join the race. Manchester City may use their recent success and Champions League status to snatch the star from their rivals.
Barcelona journalist Fernando Polo has reported that an agreement may be facilitated between both European giants. With both clubs interested in one of the other’s players, this deal may start to materialise.
A Swap Deal Between Bernardo Silva and Frenkie de Jong on the Cards
Bernardo Silva’s Troubled Time at Manchester City
The Portuguese magician started the 2021/22 campaign in some of the best form of his career. He was a key figure for City, scoring 13 goals and assisting 7 times in 49 appearances in all competitions. However, Bernardo Silva almost left the blue side of Manchester last season due to homesickness. Spanish side Atletico Madrid were amongst those interested in signing the star.
Pep Guardiola has outwardly spoken about any side’s chances of signing the Portuguese midfielder.
“They will have a difficult time,” he said.
The Mirror reports that City have approached Barcelona to show their interest in signing their midfielder, but the Spanish giants will only accept any deal if Silva is included in the exchange.
Barcelona Set for Another Summer of Financial Struggles
The Blaugrana have stated they want Silva as part of an exchange deal in response to their admiration for De Jong. Their club’s huge debts mean they are having to be tactical in the upcoming transfer window.
One major factor which could hinder this deal from crossing the line is the status that Barcelona finds themselves in financial difficulty. Despite this, they are still pushing ahead with all transfer business they intend to pursue.
Reports from Outlet AS show that Barcelona have been keeping a watchful eye on the impressive 27-year-old for several weeks now. This is the sign of a club who are keen for him to join their ranks this summer.
