Bernardo Silva speaks after Real Madrid presentation: ‘Playing for a club like this isn’t for everyone’

Bernardo Silva speaks after Real Madrid presentation: ‘Playing for a club like this isn’t for everyone’ Bernardo Silva, 32, has been presented as a new Real Madrid player . Thirty-three days after the official announcement confirming his signing, the Portuguese midfielder took part in an institutional ceremony alongside club president Florentino Perez. As a new feature this season, Real Madrid’s presentations are being held behind closed doors, with only the president, the club’s honorary president, and the new signing’s family members in attendance. The player signed his contract tying him to the club until 2028 and was presented with the replica of the Santiago Bernabeu. Silva speaks out Bernardo signed his contract in official ceremony. (Photo courtesy: Real Madrid official website) Following the ceremony, Bernardo spoke briefly to Real Madrid TV (h/t AS ), where he shared what it meant for him to play for Real Madrid. “Since I was a kid, when you don’t know whether you’re going to become a footballer, your dream is to play for Real Madrid. I’m very happy to be here,” he said. Bernardo also spoke about what it means to experience the club from the inside: “I’ve already played here several times. Seeing the 15 Champions Leagues is always impressive, but seeing them here as a player is even more special. Playing for a club like this isn’t for everyone.” He admitted that he already understood the scale of Real Madrid before arriving in the Spanish capital, as he said: “When you’re in this room, you realize how big Madrid is. I already knew it, but here you feel it in person.” A crucial role awaits Bernardo. (Photo courtesy: Real Madrid official website) Bernardo ended his presentation with a message for the supporters, saying: “I’m very happy to be here and soon I’ll play at the Bernabeu and meet the fans. “Now it’s time to work and keep winning trophies, which is what this club is accustomed to.” A utility player for Mourinho Bernardo’s first steps as a Real Madrid player came during pre-season, when he featured in three matches and played a total of 192 minutes. He has arrived to fill a role the team has lacked over the last two seasons: that of a creative central midfielder. His days on the right wing are now largely behind him, with Mourinho testing him both at the base of midfield and as an attacking midfielder. The Portuguese made his competitive debut against Ferencvaros in a 2-1 victory, and subsequently played in the games against Deportivo La Coruna and Schalke. His La Liga debut will come at the RCDE Stadium against Espanyol this weekend, in Real Madrid’s opening game of the 2026/27 season. The 32-year-old’s first appearance at the Bernabéu will have to wait. Because of the postponement of the opening match, he is scheduled to make his home debut next Wednesday against Real Sociedad.