Just a few minutes ago, the football world was shaken by a resounding announcement: Bernardo Silva , the Portuguese attacking midfielder from Manchester City, publicly expressed his desire to join Paris Saint-Germain . A revelation that immediately set social networks and European media alight.
In an interview broadcast on a Portuguese channel, the 29-year-old made no secret of his admiration for the club from the French capital:
“PSG’s project is ambitious, and playing alongside stars like Mbappé or Dembélé would be an honor. Paris is a destination that makes me dream,” he confided.
But it was the reaction of young French prospect Désiré Doué , currently being courted by PSG and tipped for an important role in the future squad, that surprised everyone. According to sources close to the club, Doué took Silva’s public announcement badly, fearing that his own playing time would be reduced if such an experienced player came to strengthen the midfield.
Tensions reportedly quickly spread behind the scenes at the club, forcing president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi to intervene personally to calm things down. He reportedly organized an emergency meeting with representatives of both players to avoid an internal crisis before the transfer window even opened.
Manchester City officials have yet to officially comment on the situation, but several English media outlets claim the club would be open to Silva leaving if they receive a satisfactory offer, especially if the player insists on leaving.
PSG , for their part, appear ready to make a big splash in the summer transfer market. After a mixed season in the Champions League, the arrival of Bernardo Silva would be seen as a strategic reinforcement and a strong signal to Europe.
The saga has only just begun, but one thing is certain: this unexpected statement from Bernardo Silva could well reshuffle the cards for the 2025 summer transfer window .
