“You are playing me on the wrong Position and expecting me to Score and assist which is not possible- Angry Manchester City player has told Pep Guardiola to PLAY him in his original position
The two Man City positions that Bernardo Silva considers to be particularly challenging are listed.
Despite being one of the world’s most flexible football players, Bernardo Silva acknowledges that he finds it difficult to play a few positions.
Ahead of departing for Saudi Arabia to compete in the Club World Cup, the 29-year-old recorded a video with the official club website.
The “Masterclass: Bernardo Silva” film explores, via the player’s own words, the contributions he makes to the Manchester City team.
Although there are numerous reasons why City supporters appreciate the Portuguese maestro, his adaptability, work ethic, and tactical acumen are maybe his greatest traits.
Although Bernardo’s versatility makes him stand out, he admits that there are two roles in particular that he finds difficult.
Bernardo Silva plays both of the positions that he finds most difficult.
These days, Bernardo usually plays as a holding midfielder, a number eight who roams the pitch like Phil Foden, or on the right wing.
In the video, the celebrity states that these are the roles that he most likely feels most comfortable in.
However, supporters of City will recall that Bernardo has actually made a few appearances at left defence. Pep Guardiola placed him there for three straight games against Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa, and Arsenal last season.
According to Bernardo (mancity.com), he acknowledged this duty and said, “He knows I will do everything to help the team in whatever position it is.” To be honest, it was difficult for me to play left-back, particularly against (Bukayo) Saka, who is an incredible player. This one is really difficult (pointing at the left-back graphic).
Bernardo has also very infrequently been observed playing as a false nine, either by himself or with Kevin De Bruyne.
This is also a really challenging position. You must exercise more patience. I played a number of games here as a false nine the season we lost the Champions League final against Chelsea, and it’s a tough place to play.
Bernardo is still really good.
It’s intriguing to hear him acknowledge that these are the hardest positions to play.
It makes sense to have a left-back because those positions require a lot these days. Offerings are required in both attacking and defensive roles. Although Bernardo had never played there before the previous season, he performed admirably.
The reason Pep trusted the City star there may have been due to Danny Murphy’s statement from last week that the player was “one of the best examples you will see” of an offensive player with defensive discipline.
Another challenging duty is the false nine, as it requires you to know when to stay high and when to dive down.
Despite Bernardo’s admission, Pep Guardiola would undoubtedly field Bernardo again up top or at left back if necessary in the event of injury.
