Carlo Ancelotti says Man City have a £43m player who is just ‘great’

Redaction Simon Brett with James Thompson
Published on 2024-04-30 09:30:00

Carlo Ancelotti praised Bernardo Silva as a “great, gigantic player” after the Manchester City midfielder made comments about Real Madrid’s style of play. Silva had mentioned that it is difficult to control Real Madrid due to their speed and counter-attacking ability. Ancelotti, however, defended his team’s history in the competition and acknowledged Silva’s importance to City, despite not necessarily agreeing with his assessment.

The Real Madrid manager highlighted the significance of Silva in City’s success this season, noting his versatility and contribution in various positions on the field. Silva has started in 38 out of 44 games this season, scoring 11 goals and providing six assists. Despite any differences in opinions about each other’s teams, Ancelotti’s recognition of Silva’s talent reflects the mutual respect between the two clubs ahead of their Champions League semi-final clash.

Ancelotti’s comments come ahead of the first-leg match against Bayern Munich, where he will face Guardiola’s high-flying Manchester City side. Despite the competitive spirit between the two teams, Ancelotti’s praise for Silva and acknowledgment of City’s strength on the counter-attack shows a level of respect and admiration for their opponents. The upcoming match promises to be an exciting encounter between two top European clubs.

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