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Bernardo Silva is one of Manchester City’s best players, claims Fernandinho

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Fernandinho showers praise on Bernardo Silva after starring against Liverpool 

Manchester City reinvigorated the title race as the Citizens closed the gap on Liverpool to four points at the top of the table, claiming all three points with a 2-1 victory over the Reds at home on Thursday night.

And Bernardo Silva was hailed as one of Manchester City’s best players by his teammate Fernandinho. The Portuguese international ran a total of 13.7 km, the most by any player in the league this season, to help the reigning champions get back in the title race.

After manager Pep Guardiola lavished Silva in praise post-match, City midfielder Fernandinho followed suit, saying: “I think he showed his class.

“He has shown his technique so many times, but today [Thursday] he was so aggressive, recovered so many balls and he proved he is very good – one of the best players in our team. He is so important for us.”

While Silva received the plaudits, match-winner Leroy Sane hailed City team-mate Fernandinho.

Sane scored the all-important winner with 18 minutes to go after Sergio Aguero’s first-half opener was cancelled out by Roberto Firmino’s strike in the second half.

“Everyone knows Fernandinho is important for us,” Sane said. “He has to defend the ball, win the ball, pass the ball!

“He had an amazing game and I’m so pleased he is back for us.”

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