Manchester City's view on Bernardo Silva's potential transfer to Barcelona revealed

Oleksandr Zinchenko, a crucial cog in the Sky Blues’ four Premier League title wins in the past six seasons has also accompanied the Brazilian to sign on the dotted line for the North Londoners.

While the deal seemed increasingly possible at the time, a COVID-stricken market meant the Spanish side as well as other interested suitors did not have the financial muscle to afford the in-demand maestro’s services.

However, the Catalan giants reportedly eye him as the ideal successor to Frenkie de Jong, who looks set to join Chelsea this summer.

It has been stated that Xavi is a huge admirer of Silva’s talents, and is keen on him replacing the potentially outgoing Dutch midfielder.

As the speculation around the former Monaco star’s future grows day by day, a fresh update reveals the Premier League champions’ views about the rumoured interest.

Additionally, City remain sceptical about the La Liga side’s ability to stump up a significant offer to sign the revered midfielder, given their much-discussed financial difficulties.

It was also reported that even if the club were open to sell the four-time Premier League champion, they would only do so if they lined up a replacement in time.

While it seems rather clear that Silva would be willing to join Barcelona, a move from Manchester to Catalonia seems improbable for the player this season.

Silva was on the bench last Sunday, but is usually a regular starter for Guardiola.

City are looking to make it back-to-back victories against Bournemouth on Saturday and the Portuguese midfielder will likely play a major role.