Barcelona has identified Bernardo Silva as a "real option" for their squad this summer, ESPN sources confirm. The 31-year-old Portugal international becomes available as a free agent after nine years with Manchester City when his contract expires in June. Silva has drawn interest from Atlético Madrid, Benfica, and clubs in Saudi Arabia and MLS.

Barça's remarkable summer transfer window continues with the €70 million arrival of Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United, with the England winger set for official presentation on Friday. Following Gordon's signing, the club has intensified interest in Atlético Madrid forward Julián Álvarez. Barcelona is actively seeking a new striker following Lewandowski's announcement he will leave when his contract expires next month.

Despite signing Gordon, Barcelona has not ruled out bringing Marcus Rashford back from his Manchester United loan. The club has an option to make the England forward's move permanent for €30 million but would prefer to renegotiate terms with United. Barcelona officials describe the Silva signing as both "possible" and a "real option" as they reshape their squad for the upcoming season.