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Bernardo Silva turned down Manchester City role before Pep Guardiola forced it through

BURNLEY, ENGLAND - APRIL 22: Josep 'Pep' Guardiola, head coach of Manchester City, speaks with Bernardo Silva of Manchester City during the Premier League match between Burnley and Manchester City at Turf Moor on April 22, 2026 in Burnley, England. (Photo by James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images).

Bernardo Silva admits he had to have a difficult conversation with Pep Guardiola last summer that almost led to him turning down a key role at Manchester City.

The Portuguese playmaker is set to depart the Etihad Stadium this summer after nine years as a Manchester City player.

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