Bernardo Silva reveals future: I’m not going to Benfica now.

Bernardo Silva breaks his silence and issues a clear warning: “I am not going to Benfica now!” The Portuguese international, who is about to leave Manchester City, leaves no doubt about his immediate future and denies any imminent negotiations with the Lisbon club. In an exclusive interview with the program ‘Soltinhos Pelo Mundo’ on Canal 11, Bernardo revealed unprecedented details about the recent contacts he received and categorically clarified that a return to Luz is not part of his plans for now.

The desire to return to Benfica is public and well-known, but this is not the moment. Bernardo Silva confirmed that, although there were discussions to gauge his availability at the end of the season, his response was firm and direct: “I am not going to Benfica. There were contacts to see if there was intention, but it is not my immediate plan.” This statement comes at a time when the Portuguese press is intensely speculating about the future of the Portuguese star, who is ending his connection with the English champion.

The attacking midfielder, a key player in the scheme of Manchester City, does not hide his affection for the club that raised him, but makes it clear that he intends to explore other options before returning to Portugal. His departure from City is already considered certain, but Bernardo Silva wants to ensure that the decision will be carefully thought out, without haste or rash decisions.

With this statement, Bernardo Silva dispels any rumors pointing to an immediate return to Benfica and sends a strong signal to the market: the player is open to new challenges, but it will not be at Luz where he finds them at this moment. For Benfica fans, there remains hope for a future return, but the message is crystal clear: Bernardo Silva’s next step will be outside of Portugal, at least for now.

This clarification becomes crucial at a time when Portuguese football is undergoing significant movements and speculations regarding the return of its talents. Bernardo Silva, one of the biggest promises in national football, remains a hot name in the market, but his future will be written with calm and strategy, away from the pressure of rumors.

Stay tuned: the market may be on the verge of a bigger surprise, but for now, one thing is certain — Bernardo Silva will not be returning to Benfica in the immediate future.

This article first appeared on Apito Final.