In this video
- Silva said it feels great to be back in Monaco, where he spent three seasons and has great memories. The club gave him his first opportunity to play at the high level.
- Asked about the 2017 tie, Silva said it was unbelievable for them at the time to beat a team like Man City in the last 16. That season they won the French league and reached the Champions League semi-finals.
- Silva said the captaincy is a big honour and a big responsibility. After eight and a half years of knowing exactly what the manager wants, he thinks he can pass that knowledge to the young players.
- Asked about the leadership group, Silva said City were successful not because one captain was good, but because 10 or 15 players behaved like captains. His job now is to help create that chemistry again.
“I know exactly what I'm going to do…”
- Asked about Monaco's record with young players, Silva said they have always had great talents, and in his time several left for top teams within two seasons. He expects a very tough game at their home.
- Asked if the group see themselves as challengers, Silva said it is difficult to say, as a lot has changed in six months. He cannot give an answer, but truly believes it can be this season.
Bernardo Silva speaks ahead of Manchester City’s Champions League clash with AS Monaco and reflects on his return to the club where his career began.
The Manchester City midfielder shares how special it feels to be back in Monaco, the club that gave him his first shot at top-level football.
He recalls the famous 2017 match against Man City, talks about his leadership role as captain, and the responsibility of guiding the new generation at Man City.
Bernardo Silva also responds to questions about his future and if will sign a new contract with Man City, and what it means to face a new wave of young Monaco talents just like he once was.
