Here are your Manchester City Evening Headlines on Friday 27th March: Fernandinho to replace Silva as City captain Brazilian midfielder Fernandinho is set to be named David Silva’s successor as Manchester City captain at the end of the season.
According to a report from Spanish outlet sport.es, the 34-year-old is being touted as the natural replacement once Silva departs the Etihad Stadium at the end of the season.
However, Pep Guardiola’s decision may be swayed by Fernandinho’s age and opt to give the armband to a younger player with more longevity.
Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva have also been suggested as possible successors. City in for Serie A defender Reports in Italy suggest Manchester City will target Hellas Verona centre-back
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