Bernardo has received several offers and is likely to leave VfL Bochum. FC Villarreal is one of the clubs interested in him. He has rejected a contract extension with Bochum, making him available for a free transfer at the end of the season.

Scouts from England observed Bochum's defender Bernardo during a match against BVB. Multiple clubs have shown interest in him, and his contract ends in the summer unless Bochum maintains their league position and he plays 17 matches this season. Bernardo had previously expressed interest in leaving, with Gladbach being a candidate.

Bochum is willing to negotiate at a price of around 8 million Euros. Bernardo is currently injured but is expected to be fit after the international break. He is undergoing rehabilitation with Gladbach's doctors, allowing the club to assess him closely.

1. FC Union Berlin has reached a basic agreement with Bochum defender Bernardo (29). Negotiations with VfL Bochum regarding the transfer fee for the defender, who can play as a center-back and left-back, are ongoing.