David Silva will play his last match tonight at the Etihad Stadium after a decade wearing the Manchester City jersey. It will be a sad farewell, without fans, although with the possibility of certifying the qualification for the quarterfinals of the Champions League. However, despite the situation, the fans had prepared a great tribute to him that finally could not be.
Silva himself has written on his social networks, alluding to the celebration that the Mancunian fans had planned: “I am touched that our fans planned an honorable send-off for me tonight, but canceling it is the right decision under the circumstances.. We will say goodbye together at the right time when it is safe. Enjoy the game at home! “
I am touched our fans planned a guard of honor for me tonight but canceling is the right decision in the circumstances. We will say goodbye together at the right time when it is safe. Enjoy the match at home! ????
– David Silva (@ 21LVA) August 7, 2020
The Canarian footballer ends his contract after the conclusion of the Champions League and has already confirmed that he will not renew and will seek a new destination. Several leagues outside of Europe have tempted him with succulent offers, but it seems that Silva wants to continue competing at least one more season. AS could know that he was in negotiations with Lazio. His return to Spain, on the contrary, seems ruled out.
Decide what you decide, It seems clear that the Spanish midfielder will end up receiving the tribute he deserves in Manchester. His fans wanted it that way for today, but the pandemic will prevent it. When the Etihad can dress up again, in '21, they will surely have a party in style. He was won on the field by what many consider the best player in the history of City.