Monaco's Bernardo Silva to join Manchester City
Monaco's Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva (left) vies with Saint-Etienne's French defender Florentin Pogba during their French L1 match on May 17, 2017, at the Louis II Stadium in Monaco. PHOTO | BORIS HORVAT |
What you need to know:
- The 22-year-old Silva's arrival is the first high-profile signing by Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola ahead of the 2017/18 campaign.
MANCHESTER
Portuguese playmaker Bernardo Silva is to join Manchester City from French champions Monaco on July 1, the English Premier League club announced Friday.
The 22-year-old Silva's arrival is the first high-profile signing by Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola ahead of the 2017/18 campaign.
Spaniard Guardiola recently cleared out four senior players including winger Jesus Navas and defender Gael Clichy after the club finished a distant third behind Premier League champions Chelsea this term.
