Barcelona prioritize signing Bernardo Silva on a free transfer despite having an abundance of midfielders.

The Catalan club is changing its transfer plans to welcome the Portuguese star, who is ready to join Hansi Flick's project on a free transfer.

Barcelona are facing a rare opportunity in the transfer market as Bernardo Silva has expressed a strong desire to play for the Camp Nou club. According to sources from Marca, the club's hierarchy has decided to change their initial plans to prioritize signing the 31-year-old midfielder, despite the fact that their midfield is already overloaded.

Bernardo Silva's persistence and the turning point brought about by Director Deco.

Although initially not on coach Hansi Flick's priority transfer list, Bernardo Silva has put himself on Barca's plans with his unwavering commitment. Sporting director Deco now considers the deal entirely feasible. The biggest challenge now is not the financial aspect, but rather the problem of finding a suitable position within an already crowded system.

Barca are considering signing Silva.

In fact, Hansi Flick once believed his midfield already had enough depth with quality players like Pedri, Gavi, Frenkie de Jong, Dani Olmo, Fermin Lopez, Marc Bernal, Marc Casado, and Eric Garcia. The German strategist initially prioritized strengthening the attack, but the arrival of Silva on a free transfer was a "market opportunity" that was hard to ignore.

The squad overhaul tactics and the role of Jorge Mendes

To make room for Silva, Barcelona will have to consider letting go of some players. Marc Casado is considered the player most likely to leave the team after a season with few opportunities to showcase his talent. Notably, Casado's agent is also Jorge Mendes – the man who is making every effort to bring Silva to Spain.

Mendes has been in constant contact with Deco in recent weeks to convey Silva's wishes. Despite being 31 years old, the former Benfica midfielder's professional value is still highly regarded. At Manchester City last season, Silva was a key player for Pep Guardiola, making 53 appearances, contributing 3 goals and 5 assists.

Silva's versatility is highly valued by Barcelona.

Tactical value: A solution for the right wing.

The key factor that convinced Hansi Flick was Silva's versatility. With young talent Roony expected to leave, Lamine Yamal would need a quality rotation option on the right wing. Silva's ability to play wide or cut inside as an attacking midfielder would allow Flick to flexibly switch formations when needed.

Despite receiving attractive offers from Atletico Madrid, Bernardo Silva is still prioritizing waiting for Barca. A two-season contract is being discussed, on the condition that the player agrees to adjust his salary demands to fit within the Catalan club's wage bill.

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