Bernardo Silva for the history books: ex-Benfica nears Man City feat | OneFootball

Bernardo Silva is on the verge of breaking yet another record in England. From what has been learned, the 31-year-old footballer, who came through at Benfica, is just one win away from becoming the player with the most Premier League victories for Manchester City.

This achievement could be confirmed this Wednesday, April 22, when the Portugal international takes the field and Manchester City defeat Burnley, of Florentino Luís, in a match from the 34th round of the Premier League. In the event of a win, Bernardo Silva will move clear at the top of the ranking, which features some big names.

At the moment, the Benfica academy product is tied with David Silva, with both on 214 wins in the competition. Completing the podium is goalkeeper Ederson Moraes with 203. In fourth place is Kevin De Bruyne with 197, followed by Fernandinho with 187. Names that have shaped the citizens’ recent history.

As he wraps up his final season in the Manchester City shirt, Bernardo Silva is preparing to leave a very important mark in the history of the English club. To date, the number 20 has already played 456 official matches, scoring 76 goals and providing 77 assists. The Portuguese is seen as a reference point among the citizens, and Pep Guardiola never tires of praising him.

"He deserves the highest recognition. When you write ‘legend’, it has to be in capital letters, because that is what he has been. In every single game, over nine years! He is a very, very special player. All I can say is that wherever he goes, the team will be very lucky to have him!", said the Catalan after the match against Arsenal.

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