3 Spanish legends we might not see after the 2018 World Cup 

#1 David Silva

David Silva and Cesc Fabregas celebrate Spain's first goal of the Euro 2012 final

Although Silva has not yet confirmed his involvement in any future tournaments, there is a likelihood he might hang up his boots before then. The Spaniard was unable to sprinkle his stardust and magic on this year’s tournament and failed to deliver on the lofty expectations placed on him.

The form he showed for Manchester City throughout last season was nothing short of stellar, as The Sky Blues won the Premier League with a record points tally. Pep Guardiola totally revitalised David Silva by moving from him the left-hand side to the middle of the park, where he used his passing and vision to full effect. The Spaniard’s goal involvement increased under Guardiola last season, as he scored 10 goals; his highest goal tally since the 2014-2015 Premier League season.

Like the others, the 32-year old’s influence on the Spanish national side cannot be underestimated, as the Spaniard opened the scoring for La Roja in the final of Euro 2012. His ability to play intricate passes and dictate the tempo of the game, make him a nightmare to defend against. Silva’s situation, however, mirrors that of Pique, as the likes of Marco Asensio, Thiago and Koke continue to breathe down his neck for a place in Spain’s starting eleven.