Juventus is urged to sign Manchester City star Bernardo Silva immediately, as his contract expires in June. Former player Angelo Di Livio emphasizes the need for more personality in the team.
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Juventus urged to sign Man City star Bernardo Silva ‘right away’
Former Juventus winger Angelo Di Livio believes the Bianconeri should increase the personality in the team by signing Manchester City star Bernardo Silva: ‘I’d go and get him right away, even on foot!’
Juventus have already begun talks to sign Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva, who is available on a free transfer given that his contract runs out in June.
Former winger Di Livio, a 1996 Champions League winner with the Old Lady, urged the Bianconeri to sign the experienced midfielder in his latest interview with Tuttosport newspaper.
“I’d go and get him right away, even on foot! When you play with someone like him, your strength and confidence are boosted,” Di Livio said.
“You give him the ball in difficult moments, and he’d bring personality.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 16: Bernardo Silva of Manchester City in action during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester City at Molineux on August 16, 2025 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
Juventus is advised to sign Bernardo Silva to enhance the team's personality and experience.
Bernardo Silva's contract with Manchester City runs out in June, making him available on a free transfer.
Former Juventus winger Angelo Di Livio is urging the club to sign Bernardo Silva immediately.
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“There’s a lack of charismatic players,” the ex-Italy international continued.
“They need a signing like Modric, the way Milan did. He gave everyone a boost. And I hope Juventus can go back to being disliked again. In any case, they are working hard. The next year, they can become competitive again.”
Di Livio added that he sees a similarity between legendary Juventus coach Marcello Lippi and current Juventus tactician Luciano Spalletti: “They are two strong, perfectionist Tuscans. Two winners. Luciano, to me, is perfectly fit into this Juventus,” he concluded.
Juventus sit fourth in the Serie A table with three games remaining. Following back-to-back draws against Milan and Verona, their advantage over fifth-placed Roma has been reduced to one point.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 08: Bernardo Silva of Manchester City celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield on February 08, 2026 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
The Bianconeri will need a financial boost from Champions League qualification to make big signings in the summer, including Bernardo Silva.
According to Gazzetta, the Bianconeri have offered the Portuguese a three-year deal.