David Silva
David Josué Jiménez Silva (; born 8 January 1986) is a Spanish footballer who plays for Manchester City and the Spanish national team. Silva plays mainly as an attacking midfielder but has also played as a winger or a second striker on some occasions.
A Spanish international since the age of 20, he was an integral member of the squads that won three consecutive international tournaments – UEFA Euro 2008, 2010 FIFA World Cup, and UEFA Euro 2012 – the first time a European team has achieved such a feat.
Silva spent six years of his professional career with Valencia CF, appearing in more than 150 games and winning one Copa del Rey, before moving in the summer of 2010 to Manchester City. His consistently excellent performances have earned the nickname "Merlin" due to his passing ability and possession-retaining qualities. Since joining City, Silva has appeared in over 100 games in two seasons, winning the FA Cup and Premier League.
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