Man City star Bernardo Silva signs contract extension until 2025

Bernardo Silva has signed a contract extension tying him to Manchester City until 2025.

Bernardo, 24, joined Man City from AS Monaco in summer 2017, and the Portugal international has been one of City’s standout performers this season after covering for the injured Kevin de Bruyne.

Pep Guardiola has been keen to tie down his long-term future, insisting he was pivotal to his plans at the Etihad.

Upon signing his deal, Bernardo said: “It’s an honour to extend my deal with Manchester City.

“This club offers everything a player needs to fulfil their ambitions and there’s nowhere else I want to be.

“As soon as I heard City wanted me to stay longer, my mind was made up. I love the club, the manager, the players and the fans.

“The style of football we play here excites me, and I am determined to win more trophies. City gives me the best chance of doing that.”

Director of football Txiki Begiristain added: “Bernardo is an exceptional talent, so offering him a new deal and ensuring he spends the best years of his career with us was a very easy decision.

“This is the latest example of our commitment to building a young squad of world-class players.

“We are constructing a side that will provide a platform for sustained success. Bernardo fits neatly into our plan.

“His work-rate, professionalism and technical quality have impressed us and there is plenty of scope for improvement.

“Under the guidance of Pep and the backroom staff we have here, we expect to see him develop into one of the world’s best players over the coming years.”