Who is Bernardo Silva? 7 things you should know about Man City’s £52m target

 Silva’s has quickly become a player renowned for his exceptional technical ability and a footballing intelligence that belies his relatively young age. While he is capable of playing on the left of midfield or through the middle in the hole, his best position is considered to be wide right where he is able to cut in on his left foot, often to devastating effect. Like his namesake, David Silva, the former Benfica starlet is renowned for his ability to keep possession in pressurised situations – ideal for Pep Guardiola’s obsession with ball-retention. It’s likely he will prove to David Silva’s natural heir at Man City, with the Spanish international turning 32 in January.