David Silva signs one-year contract extension at Manchester City

During his seven-year spell in Manchester, Silva has won two Premier League titles, an FA Cup and two League Cups

Samuel Lovett
Thursday 30 November 2017 10:13 EST
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David Silva first joined Manchester City in 2010
David Silva first joined Manchester City in 2010 (Getty)

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David Silva has signed a one-year contract extension at Manchester City to keep him at the club until 2020.

The Spanish midfielder first signed for City in 2010 from Valencia and has since gone on to establish himself as one of the club’s most prominent players.

“I am so happy to have committed my future to City,” the 31-year-old said.

“I am incredibly proud of what I have achieved at City in my seven-and-a-half seasons here and with Pep in charge, I feel we are in a great position to win trophies this season and beyond.

“The style of football we are playing is a pleasure to be a part of and I look forward to winning more titles in the years to come.”

Director of Football Txiki Begiristain added: “We are very pleased with this announcement. Not only has David Silva been central to the Club’s success over recent years, he remains one of the team’s key players.

“He has shown again this season that he is the best creative midfielder in English football and he will be very important in developing our talented young players in the coming years.”

During his seven-year spell in Manchester, Silva has won two Premier League titles, an FA Cup and two League Cups.

This season the Spaniard has played 18 games in all competitions for City, playing a vital role in the club’s current unbeaten run in the Premier League.


David Silva in action for City against Burnley 

 David Silva in action for City against Burnley 
 (Getty Images)

He has made a total of 234 league appearances for the side, scoring 40 domestic goals.

Silva has been capped 118 times by Spain and was part of the World Cup-winning squad in 2010.

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