5 players who could decide the Manchester Derby

#2 Bernardo Silva

Prolific Youngster: Bernardo Silva

Bernardo Silva is flourishing under Pep Guardiola. With Kevin De Bruyne being injured, he has been an integral part of the Manchester City midfield. He plays in the free 8 role along with David Silva. His excellent positional play has been a big headache for oppositions.

Silva keeps switching between the left and right midfield positions. He can also move up-front and hold the team in the attacking third. He is a prolific passer as well. When he scored against Arsenal, he made use of the hole that Aguero created in the defence.

The Portuguese international is a bright lad, who doesn’t hesitate to shoot either. He might have been tempted to make the same vertical run parallel to Aguero, but his game understanding is way above his age.

He makes good runs either to open up space for his team-mates or to receive the ball and create again. He has managed to cause problems for oppositions with his smart runs, which are more beneficial for creating space for his team-mates.

Amidst the great midfield play that he is displaying, he is also scoring and making assists. He can operate in the left side half space, left wing, right wing, wherever you like him. This kid performing in the Manchester Derby means, treat to the eyes, as well as trouble to the Reds.