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Midfielder, Manchester City
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Bernardo Mota Veiga de Carvalho e Silva (born 10 August 1994) is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or winger for Manchester City and the Portugal national team. Known for his tireless work rate ("The Bubblegum Player" for his close control) and versatility, he has been Pep Guardiola's most trusted lieutenant, playing everywhere from false 9 to left-back. By 2026, Bernardo had won six Premier League titles and a Champions League. He is famous for his desire to leave Manchester City every summer to move closer to home (Barcelona or Benfica), yet staying and performing at a world-class level every season. He is considered one of the most intelligent footballers of his generation.
Six-time Premier League Champion
UEFA Champions League Winner (2023)
UEFA Nations League Winner (2019) and Player of the Tournament
One-match ban and fine by the FA in 2019 for a controversial tweet to teammate Benjamin Mendy deemed racially insensitive
Perennial transfer saga every summer requesting to leave Manchester City for Barcelona (which never materialized due to Barca's finances)
Criticized for refusing to clap during a Guard of Honor for Liverpool in 2020
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Named in PFA Team of the Year (2019, 2022)
Scored crucial goals in wins vs Real Madrid and Bayern Munich in the 2023 CL run