Overview
- Guardiola, speaking Friday in a pre‑match press conference, said he is still waiting to hear from his captain about next season and joked he is "so grumpy" at not being told.
- Silva’s contract expires at the end of the season in June, and neither the club nor the player has confirmed a decision on his future.
- Assistant coach Pep Lijnders last week wished Silva a "good farewell" over the next six weeks, signaling an imminent departure despite the lack of formal word.
- Transfer reporting says Silva is expected to leave as a free agent, with Barcelona described as his preferred option and Juventus having contacted agent Jorge Mendes.
- The 31‑year‑old has made about 450 City appearances since 2017 and won six Premier League titles and the Champions League, and coaches say his blend of roles and reliability would be hard to replace.