Felix’s backing of his fellow countryman emerges amid swirling transfer rumors linking Silva with a potential switch to Barcelona. Mundo Deportivo has highlighted Silva’s growing interest in joining Barcelona, intensifying the already fervent speculation surrounding the Portuguese midfielder.

With Silva’s release clause set at $63 million (£50 million) at Manchester City, which becomes active this summer, Felix has urged Barcelona’s board to pursue the Portuguese talent for Camp Nou.

In an interview with Gerard Romero’s program Jijantes FC, Felix expressed his unequivocal support, stating: “If I were (Sporting Director) Deco for a day, I would sign Bernardo Silva without a doubt.”

Felix didn’t hold back, affirming: “Let them bring him (to Barca). Have you seen him play? He’s even better as a person. He’s from (Joao) Cancelo’s generation. Now players last until they are 35-36 years old. His sister-in-law is here, (he’s asked me) about how things are here, the weather, tax issues… I told him it’s all right for him to come. I don’t think Manchester City will make it easy. For $63 million (£50 million) I would bring him, even for €60-70 million ($65-76 million).”

Additionally, Felix disclosed Silva’s desire to inherit the prestigious No. 10 jersey at Barcelona, previously donned by club legend Lionel Messi, should he join.

“He would like to wear the number 10,” Felix mentioned. “It’s a very important number at the club, you can’t give it to just anyone, you have to be careful. It’s my favourite number, but I’ve never worn it.”

Should Barcelona pursue Silva in the upcoming transfer window, they’ll need to offload some current assets to adhere to La Liga’s Financial Fair Play regulations (FFP). President Joan Laporta would face a formidable challenge in orchestrating this transfer, especially as he’s committed to retaining Felix and Joao Cancelo beyond their loan spells.

Bernardo Silva

This season he played in total 26 times for 2063 minutes for Premier League.

Bernardo Silva scored 6 goals for Manchester City. He procured 4 assists. He received 7 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 3rd in Premier League. In the last match Manchester City won 4-1 against Aston Villa. The next match in Premier League will be against Crystal Palace.

Manchester City performance and stats

Manchester City is currently 3rd in the Premier League with 67 points.

In the last 30 games, it has won 20 times, drawn 7 times, and lost 3 times. In its last match, Manchester City won 4-1 against Aston Villa.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 67 goals and conceding 29.​

Manchester City will play the next match in Premier League against Crystal Palace on Saturday 6th of April in London. The prediction is Manchester City winning the match.​

João Félix

This season he played in total 23 times for 1325 minutes for La Liga.

João Félix scored 6 goals for FC Barcelona. He procured 3 assists. He received 3 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 2nd in La Liga. In the last match FC Barcelona won 1-0 against Las Palmas.

FC Barcelona performance and stats

FC Barcelona is currently 2nd in the La Liga with 67 points.

In the last 30 games, it has won 20 times, drawn 7 times, and lost 3 times. In its last match, FC Barcelona won 1-0 against Las Palmas.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 61 goals and conceding 34.​