Also known as: Captain Bernardo Silva
Bernardo Silva — appeared in Real Madrid's 4-1 Champions League victory over RB Leipzig under Jose Mourinho in October 2026.
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Joy Online
… Taking into account the loss of Bernardo Silva, it is not just Rodri that City are trying to replace and, with 30 Ligue 1 appearances last season, Bouaddi possesses a level of experience beyond his age. …
Barcelona agree £65m deal to sign Rodri from Man CityDaily Guide
… Diomande is Real’s sixth summer signing under new head coach Jose Mourinho, joining Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries, Marc Cucurella and Carlos Espi. …
Real Madrid Sign Diomande From RB LeipzigThe Ghanaian Times
… Diomande is the latest arrival in a busy summer for Real Madrid, who have already signed Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konaté, Denzel Dumfries and Carlos Espí this window. …
Yan Diomande completes Real Madrid moveThe Chronicle
… However, he could also enjoy a quick reunion with ex-City team-mate Bernardo Silva, who joined Real – now managed by the returning Jose Mourinho – on a free transfer this summer. …
Barcelona joins Real Madrid for Rodri’s signatureJoy Online
… Diomande is Real’s sixth summer signing under new head coach Jose Mourinho, joining Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries, Marc Cucurella and Carlos Espi. …
Vinicius Jr and Real Madrid agree new six-year dealJoy Online
… Diomande is Real’s sixth summer signing under new head coach Jose Mourinho, joining Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries, Marc Cucurella and Carlos Espi. …
Real Madrid sign Diomande in deal worth up to £120mJoy Online
… Both players are candidates to take the armband at City following the departure of Bernardo Silva, who left to join Real Madrid upon the expiry of his contract, while experienced defender John Stones has joined Inter on a free. …
New boss Maresca is perfect for Man City – GvardiolThe Ghanaian Times
… He is the most decorated player in City’s history alongside Bernardo Silva and John Stones, who both left in the close-season. …
Foden extends Man City stayJoy Online
… He was brilliant during the Treble season – someone all the players respected and loved working with.” Foden’s output down in recent seasons Foden, City’s most decorated player alongside John Stones and Bernardo Silva, has played his entire City career under Guardiola, who ended …
Foden signs new four-year Man City contractThe Chronicle
… The only slight question mark in the Selecao XI lies on the right-hand side, where Pedro Neto must fend off competition from Bernardo Silva and Francisco Conceicao. …
Portugal, Spain go head-to-head in standout fixtureBernardo Silva, Arda Guler, Kylian Mbappe, and Yan Diomande scored as Real Madrid maintained their 100% start in the Champions League with a 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig under Jose Mourinho.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernardo Silva, Arda Guler, Kylian Mbappe, and Yan Diomande scored as Real Madrid maintained their 100% start in the Champions League with a 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig under Jose Mourinho.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Jose Mourinho has returned to Real Madrid with a three-year contract to restore stability after two trophyless seasons, but tensions have already resurfaced seven league matches in, highlighted by a recent defeat to Atletico Madrid that has left supporters questioning the team's consistency.
26 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Atletico Madrid defeated Real Madrid in a contentious derby, moving above their rivals into second place in La Liga. A penalty following Dean Huijsen's red card after a VAR review, converted by Alejandro Grimaldo, and a goal from Jonathan David sealed the win despite Antonio Rudiger's late header for Real.
20 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City's new captain Ruben Dias says the club's summer signings are "desperate to win" and the whole squad is embracing new manager Enzo Maresca's ideas. City spent a Premier League record £458m in the transfer window on players including Enzo Fernandez, Elliot Anderson and Ayyoub Bouaddi, though they lost key players including 2024 Ballon d'Or winner Rodri.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City have signed midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for £125m, a joint-British transfer record that takes City's spending to a Premier League-record £458m this window. Fernandez, who joined Chelsea from Benfica in 2023 for £107m, had requested to leave after becoming unsettled at Stamford Bridge.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City have agreed to pay £125m for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, matching a British transfer record. Fernandez will undergo a medical before signing a long-term deal with City, reuniting him with manager Enzo Maresca.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City have opened negotiations with Chelsea to sign midfielder Enzo Fernandez, with Chelsea demanding a minimum of £120m. Manager Enzo Maresca, who previously worked with Fernandez at Chelsea, is keen on the move, and personal terms are not an issue if the clubs can agree on a fee.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City are expected to make an offer for Chelsea's Argentina international Enzo Fernandez, with the club setting an unofficial £120m minimum fee. The 25-year-old has been identified as a priority target by manager Enzo Maresca following several high-profile midfield departures.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Jose Mourinho's first competitive match of his second spell as Real Madrid manager ended with a thrilling 90th-minute winner from debutant Carlos Espi against Espanyol, after Jude Bellingham had given Real an early lead but Espanyol equalized in the 30th minute.
23 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A new Amazon Prime documentary captures Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola telling his players he was "incredibly sad" about captain Kyle Walker's request to leave the club. Walker joined AC Milan on loan in January 2025 after asking Guardiola for a fresh challenge.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Barcelona have agreed to sign Spain captain Rodri from Manchester City for approximately £65m on a four-year deal. The 30-year-old, who won the Ballon d'Or in 2024, leaves City after seven seasons and 12 major honours.
16 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Real Madrid have signed 19-year-old Ivorian winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for a fee worth up to £120m on a seven-year contract. If the full fee is paid, Diomande would become the fourth most expensive player in history and the most expensive African player.
7 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Real Madrid have signed 19-year-old Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig on a seven-year contract. According to ESPN, Madrid will pay €125 million plus up to €15 million in bonuses, potentially making it a record transfer for the club.
7 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Barcelona has obtained approval from Rodri to open contract negotiations with Manchester City, joining Real Madrid's long-standing interest in the 30-year-old midfielder, who is in the final year of his deal at City and currently recovering from back surgery.
7 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Brazil winger Vinicius Jr has agreed a new six-year contract with Real Madrid keeping him at the club until 30 June 2032, ending speculation over a potential move to Arsenal.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Real Madrid have signed 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for a fee worth up to £120m on a seven-year contract. If the full amount is paid, Diomande would become the most expensive African player and the fourth most expensive player in history.
6 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol has backed new manager Enzo Maresca as the right choice to replace Pep Guardiola, saying the Italian has quality and new ideas, though he acknowledges it will take time for the team to adapt to the change.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City forward Phil Foden has signed a four-year contract extension with an option for a further year, securing his long-term future at the club under new manager Enzo Maresca. Foden, 26, had been out of contract at the end of the coming season and had struggled for form during an injury-plagued period.
23 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Phil Foden has signed a new four-year contract with Manchester City, keeping him at the club until 2030. The 26-year-old midfielder has made 369 appearances for City, winning six Premier League titles, one Champions League, and two FA Cups.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Portugal and Spain meet in the World Cup 2026 last 16 at AT&T Stadium on Monday. Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in their opening knockout game to reach this stage for the first time in 60 years, while Spain won 3-0 against Austria and remain unbeaten with no goals conceded.
6 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Real Madrid have signed Netherlands full-back Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan on a four-year deal, reportedly activating his 20m-euro release clause. The 30-year-old is Real's fourth summer signing and will provide competition to Trent Alexander-Arnold.
5 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City are closing in on appointing former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca as manager on a three-year deal after reaching an agreement on compensation well in excess of £10m with Chelsea, one month after Pep Guardiola announced he will leave the club.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
France centre-back Ibrahima Konate is leaving Liverpool on a free transfer and has agreed to join Real Madrid on a four-year contract until June 2030. The 27-year-old made 183 appearances for Liverpool and won the Premier League, FA Cup, and two League Cups before departing.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Real Madrid have signed France defender Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer from Liverpool on a deal until June 2030. The 27-year-old centre back, currently at the World Cup, becomes one of Jose Mourinho's first signings since returning to the club.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
France centre-back Ibrahima Konate is leaving Liverpool on a free transfer to join Real Madrid on a four-year contract until June 2030, after the two parties failed to agree on new contract terms over wages and value.
18 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Midfielder Bernardo Silva, 31, has joined Real Madrid on a two-year contract after leaving Manchester City following a nine-year spell. Silva becomes Real's second summer signing as a free transfer.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City's second offer of £120m (£106m initial plus add-ons) for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson has been rejected. The 23-year-old England international prefers a move to City over Manchester United, and the two clubs continue negotiations despite Anderson's World Cup preparations.
12 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Manchester City and Chelsea remain in talks over Enzo Maresca replacing Pep Guardiola at City, with negotiations at an advanced stage over a compensation package. Chelsea expect payment under Maresca's contract terms, as he left Stamford Bridge in January despite being contracted until 2029.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City have made an opening bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, 23, which Forest have rejected. Anderson is reported to be leaning towards a move to City over Manchester United, and a potential transfer fee could be a record for a British player.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Pep Guardiola shed tears during his final match as Manchester City manager when captain Bernardo Silva was substituted out in the 59th minute. City lost to Aston Villa, marking the end of Guardiola's decade of dominance at the club.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →