Bernardo Silva will leave Manchester City when his contract expires at the end of the season. He expressed his lifelong support for the club despite his departure.
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Bernardo Silva will leave Manchester City at season's end
He won 15 major trophies during his time at the club
Silva expressed lifelong support for Manchester City
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Pep Guardiola hugging Bernardo Silva
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Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva has announced he will leave the club when his current contract expires at the end of the season but says he will remain a supporter "for life".
The 31-year-old racked up a haul of 15 major trophies, 76 goals and 77 assists in his time at City, but says that was only half of the story.
"This city and this club gave me much more than I ever hoped for. What we won and achieved together is a legacy that will for ever be cherished in my heart." said the Portuguese playmaker in a heartfelt post on Instagram.
"In a few months it's time to say goodbye to the city where not only we won so much as a football club, but also where I started my marriage and my family."
He then thanked fans for their "unconditional support" through the years.
"My main goal as a player was to always play with passion so you guys could feel proud and well represented on the pitch. I hope you felt that every single game."
He went on to thank the club, manager Pep Guardiola, staff and his team-mates for letting him "be a part of this journey for so long".
"The atmosphere we created every day in the training ground made me feel at home and a part of a big family. Let's enjoy together these last weeks and fight for what this season still brings us.
"I arrived as a Man City player, I leave as one more of you, a Man City supporter for life."
450 appearances
76 goals
77 assists
15 major trophies
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Q&A
Why is Bernardo Silva leaving Manchester City?
Bernardo Silva announced he will leave Manchester City when his current contract expires at the end of the season.
How many trophies did Bernardo Silva win with Manchester City?
During his time at Manchester City, Bernardo Silva won a total of 15 major trophies.
What did Bernardo Silva say about his time at Manchester City?
He expressed that the club gave him much more than he ever hoped for and that their achievements together will always be cherished in his heart.
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