Real Madrid's official X account has welcomed Bernardo Silva with a "¡Bienvenido!" post.
The tweet announces the signing of Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva from Manchester City. It includes an official image of Silva wearing the Real Madrid kit and has already received millions of views.This move is part of Real Madrid’s squad strengthening strategy during the 2026 summer transfer window.
👋 ¡Bienvenido, @BernardoCSilva ! 👋 pic.twitter.com/FYU1TiqJAS
— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) June 17, 2026
Real Madrid's official account posted a "¡Bienvenido!" (Welcome!) message for Portuguese midfielder Bernardo Silva, who was transferred from Manchester City. The post, accompanied by an official image of Silva in a Real Madrid shirt, has garnered millions of views. This move is seen as part of Real Madrid's strategy to strengthen their squad during the 2026 summer transfer window.
Bernardo Silva Transfer Details (June 2026):
- Club: Real Madrid
- From: Manchester City (free transfer)
- Contract: 2 years until 30 June 2028, with an option for a third year
- Age: 31
- Announcement Date: Officially announced on 17 June 2026
- Transfer Fee: Free (contract with City expired)
- Cost Note: While officially a free transfer, the overall package (signing bonus, agent commissions, taxes, and high salary) represents a notable investment for Real Madrid.
- Bernardo Silva spent 9 successful seasons at Manchester City (around 460 appearances, 76 goals, and many assists).
- He won 6 Premier League titles, 1 Champions League, and numerous other trophies.
- After leaving City as a free agent, he was linked with Barcelona and Atlético Madrid, but chose Real Madrid under manager José Mourinho, who made him a priority target.
- This is Real Madrid’s second signing of the summer (after Marc Cucurella from Chelsea).