Speaking to reporters just before Portugal’s World Cup Round of 16 match against Croatia, midfielder Bernardo Silva addressed his impending transfer to Real Madrid with cautious enthusiasm. While he confessed to feeling “thrilled” about the move to the Spanish giants, his primary focus remains undivided on his national team duties.

Silva, known for his technical brilliance and versatility on the pitch, emphasized that his current priority is supporting Portugal’s World Cup ambitions. The 27-year-old playmaker, who has been a key figure for both club and country, is determined to maintain his form ahead of the high-stakes encounter against the Balkan side.