"You never replace a player with the same kind of player because they don't exist," said Lijnders. Silva, a 2017 signing from French club Monaco, made his 450th appearance for City in the EFL Cup final success over Arsenal last month. "He is not the tallest one, the most muscular one, or score 50 goals or make 50 assists a season," added Guardiola. "He has been an incredible signing for us, incredible. I love this club and I would love if he could stay and finish his career here but I do not know.

Source: BBC April 10, 2026 12:55 UTC