11.04.2026 13:10
It was claimed that Galatasaray has taken action for Bernardo Silva, whose contract is about to expire, and İlkay Gündoğan is intervening in the transfer to try to convince his former teammate.
Galatasaray, which has accelerated its transfer efforts for the new season, has brought a world star into the spotlight while searching for a number 10. It has been claimed that the yellow-reds have taken action for Bernardo Silva, whose contract with Manchester City will expire at the end of the season.
THE FIRST CONTACT WAS MADE BY ILKAY GÜNDOĞAN
According to claims, the first contact with Bernardo Silva on behalf of Galatasaray was made by the experienced player İlkay Gündoğan. It was suggested that Gündoğan, who is a former teammate of Silva at Manchester City, provided information about the club and played an active role in the transfer process.
THE NUMBER 10 ISSUE WANTS TO BE SOLVED
After parting ways with Dries Mertens, Galatasaray continues its search in this area; although names like İlkay Gündoğan, Yunus Akgün, Gabriel Sara, and Yaser Asprilla have been tried, the expected efficiency has not been achieved. It has been stated that the management wants to solve this issue fundamentally in the new season.
COST IS ASTOUNDING
It has been reported that the 31-year-old Portuguese star's three-year cost, including the signing fee, is approximately 50 million euros. It was conveyed that the budget the management will allocate for this transfer has not yet been finalized.
THERE ARE BIG SUITORS
It has been noted that many clubs from Saudi Arabia, Italy, Spain, and the USA, in addition to Galatasaray, are interested in Bernardo Silva. This situation makes the transfer process even more challenging.
VERSATILE PERFORMANCE
This season, Silva has produced 3 goals and 5 assists in 43 matches, and he can play not only in the number 10 position but also on the right wing and in central midfield.
OLD PARTNERS MAY REUNITE
The statistic that İlkay Gündoğan and Bernardo Silva, who played together in 268 matches at Manchester City, assisted each other for four goals is noteworthy.