Bernardo Silva has extended his contract with Manchester City and he will stay at the Etihad Stadium until 2026. Of course Pep Guardiola does not want his flagship player to be touched by other teams this summer and with this proves his role for Manchester City is still very important. His experience will still be needed for Manchester City's midfield and at least after Gundogan leaves, Manchester City will not feel the loss of players again. Moreover, KDB who was injured was also very risky during this season and that made Manchester City's midfield coordination also lose some of its strengths. Bernardo Silva is expected to lead his team-mates for this season and he will be an irreplaceable player and hope he doesn't pick up any injuries.
By retaining Bernardo Silva and ensuring the continuation of his role in midfield, Manchester City is taking strategic steps to maintain the stability of the team and its ability to compete in various competitions. In Kevin De Bruyne's absence through injury, keeping options like Bernardo Silva would give coach Pep Guardiola flexibility and resilience in tactical options.
His presence will be key in maintaining stability and creativity in the club's midfield. His ability to create opportunities, defend the ball and join the attack is a valuable asset in Manchester City's game strategy, which often relies on ball possession and fast movement.
With his experience and quality, Bernardo Silva has the potential to become a leader on the pitch. When his key players are injured or absent, his leadership and contribution in inspiring his teammates will be even more important. He is expected to stay fit throughout the season so that he can have a positive impact on the team's performance.