Barcelona’s admiration for Bernardo Silva, a star for Manchester City, is well-documented; the club has tried out the player in each of the past three summers.

Despite the player’s eagerness to make the switch, the club’s precarious financial circumstances prevented them from signing the Portuguese international.

After making an offer to capture Silva on loan with an option to buy, Manchester City promptly rejected Barça’s bid.

The Cityzens will not let the 28-year-old go for cheap because of his importance to Pep Guardiola’s squad. They were even considering extending his current contract.

Silva confirms verbally new agreementFabrizio Romano now claims that Silva has agreed to terms with Manchester City on a new deal over the phone.

The former AS Monaco star is reportedly signing a new contract with the English and European champions that may keep him at the club until the summer of 2026, according to an Italian transfer expert.

Silva is sticking with Manchester City. ) (Image by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images))Silva is believed to have provided his formal confirmation for the new contract after waiting to see whether there was any potential of a move to Barcelona this summer.

Manchester City is counting on the 28-year-old offensive midfielder to sign his contract before the end of the week.

Xavi Hernandez, legendary coach of Barça, was determined to bring Silva aboard, seeing him as the perfect complement to his other big players from City.

Attempts were made to arrange a trade once it became evident that Ousmane Dembele would be departing, but it was ultimately unsuccessful.

The Portuguese international will soon sign a new contract with Manchester City, which may terminate Barça’s hopes of acquiring his services in the near future.