Pep Guardiola acknowledged he was among those who doubted David Silva would be a success at Manchester City as he lauded the midfielder's "just incredible" longevity.
City captain Silva is set to make his 400th appearance for the club against Bournemouth on Sunday, having joined from Valencia in 2010.
The 2019-20 season is set to be the 33-year-old's last in Manchester, but he will leave a lasting legacy behind when he finally moves on.
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The Spaniard has played a part in four Premier League title wins, yet, to many, his diminutive stature and silky skills did not initially appear a good fit for English football.