Last summer, the possibility of a transfer was looked into, but the financial situation meant that nothing materialised and the Portuguese ace ended up signing a new contract with Man City.
As part of the new deal, Silva convinced the Premier League champions to insert a relatively affordable release clause worth £50 million (€58 million).
And, for a while now, it has been suggested that Barça are eager to go after Silva this summer and could sanction some sales to generate funds to match his release clause.
But the departure of Xavi Hernandez and subsequent appointment of Hansi Flick as new manager led to the belief that Barcelona might call off their pursuit of the 29-year-old.
Special clause makes it easy for Barcelona
However, now, TV3 has come forward with a fresh report stating that there is a ‘special clause’ in Silva’s new contract with Manchester City which would make it easy for Barcelona to sign him.
Indeed, as mentioned previously, the Portuguese international has a release clause worth £50 million (~€58 million).
But as part of a special clause in Silva’s Manchester City contract, Barcelona would be allowed to make the payments to the Premier League giants in three equal instalments of around €19 million.
If it is indeed true, the signing of Silva could become quite feasible for the Blaugrana.
The decision is therefore in the hands of the new coach and the sporting director. It remains to be seen whether Flick wants to go for the Portuguese playmaker and whether he also fits in with Deco’s plans.
