In a recent statement, Fernandinho claimed that the best player he played with was none other than David Silva, rather than Neymar or Kevin De Bruyne. This position taken by the former Manchester City player is surprising.
However, many observers agree that the Spanish playing master was quite simply a genius with the ball. Endowed with unparalleled vision and technique, he was the pillar of the Citizens’ offensive play. His ability to dictate the rhythm and create gaps for his partners made him a key element of the game played.
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Certainly, Neymar has incomparable raw talent. But Silva brought that touch of mastery that the Brazilian sometimes lacks. Where the Parisian shines with his dribbling and acceleration, the Mancunian directed the game in a more subtle way. This is what allowed players like De Bruyne or Aguero to fully express their offensive talent.
A team player at heart, Silva never sought individual honors. However, his footballing intelligence made him an unparalleled playing master, according to Fernandinho who worked with him for many years at City. If Neymar remains a phenomenon in terms of physical abilities, Silva embodied technical excellence in the service of the collective. It is therefore not surprising that the Brazilian places him above all the stars with whom he has played.
