Real Madrid: but where has Bernardo Silva gone?

Bernardo Silva joined Real Madrid on a free transfer from Manchester City this summer after signing a two-year contract through June 2028. Manager José Mourinho personally convinced the Portuguese international to choose Madrid over Barcelona and Atlético Madrid. However, Silva has struggled for regular playing time in the Spanish capital, making only three starts across six appearances.

Silva has recorded zero goals and one assist in 282 total minutes of action. Mourinho previously cited poor physical condition upon arriving for pre-season to explain the midfielder's limited involvement amid heavy competition from teammates including Federico Valverde, Aurélien Tchouaméni, and Jude Bellingham.