Manchester City have officially announced that Bernardo Silva will depart the Etihad on a free transfer when the current campaign concludes.The Portuguese midfielder's nine-year spell with the club will come to an end following the Premier League fixture against Aston Villa on Sunday, May 24.Both the club and player released statements on Thursday afternoon confirming the long-anticipated exit.Silva, who joined from Monaco in 2017, has established himself as one of the most decorated figures in City's history.TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayThe 31-year-old chose to see out his contract rather than seek a move, cementing his status among the club's greatest servants.Pep Guardiola departed from his usual coaching approach this season by handing Silva the captain's armband, viewing the Portugal international as the ideal figure to restore standards within the squad.That mission proved successful, with Silva hoisting silverware as skipper last month after City defeated Arsenal in the Carabao Cup final.The midfielder could yet add further honours before his departure.Southampton await in the FA Cup semi-final, while City control their own destiny in the title race heading into Sunday's crucial Etihad clash with the Gunners.Victory in either competition would make Silva the most successful player in the club's history.LATEST SPORTS NEWS:Liv Golf's top five biggest earners with future of breakaway league in doubtImane Khelif suffers major setback as statement issued by boxing chiefIan Wright 'hurting' as Arsenal icon reveals torment in emotional speechSilva's upcoming match against Arsenal on Sunday will see him draw level with Mike Summerbee in eighth place on City's all-time appearances list.The midfielder has also etched his name into Premier League history.His recent outing at Stamford Bridge saw him surpass Luis Boa Morte's tally, making him the Portuguese footballer with the most appearances in the competition's history.Few players have represented the club on as many occasions, with Silva set to conclude his Etihad career among an elite group of City legends.His departure had been anticipated for the past twelve months before Thursday's official confirmation.In his farewell message, Silva reflected on his journey from a young boy with dreams to one of City's most celebrated players."What we won and achieved together is a legacy that will forever be cherished in my heart. The Centurions, the domestic quadruple, the Treble, the Four In A Row and much more. It wasn't that bad," he said.Silva thanked supporters for their unwavering backing throughout his tenure, stating: "I arrived as a Man City player, I leave as one more of you, a Man City supporter for life."He also paid tribute to his wife Ines and daughter Carlota, acknowledging Manchester as the city where he started his family.Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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