In the latest twist of the transfer window, Saudi giants Al-Hilal have reportedly shifted their gaze towards another Portuguese talent after their efforts to recruit Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes came up short.
Having long admired the on-field prowess of United’s current captain, Al-Hilal’s ambitions appear undeterred following their inability to lure Fernandes away from Old Trafford. Instead, the club is now said to be sizing up a move for one of Fernandes’ compatriots, in hopes of bolstering their squad with star-quality from the Iberian Peninsula.
Al-Hilal’s potential new target is rumoured to be none other than the Manchester City star Bernardo Silva, as the Riyadh-based outfit making no secret of its desire to attract top European talent to the Middle East. This latest development underscores Al-Hilal’s continued dedication to strengthening its ranks with world-class footballers, a strategy that has become a hallmark of the club’s recent transfer pursuits.
Reports have indicated a proposal has been sent to Silva who starred in Portugal’s victory in the Nations League final against Spain in Munich. He is entering the final 12 months at the Etihad who he joined in 2017.
As the transfer window progresses, it will be intriguing to see how the negotiations unfold and whether Al-Hilal can successfully add another Portuguese maestro to their roster. For now, fans around the globe will be keeping a keen eye on this evolving story, watching to see just where this twist in the transfer saga leads.
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