Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola reveals star midfielder David Silva may miss derby clash with Manchester United
DAVID SILVA is in danger of missing Manchester City's clash against rivals Manchester United, according to boss Pep Guardiola.
The Citizens manager has confirmed the 31-year-old will play no part in the Champions League clash against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday.
Speaking in his pre-match press conference against the Ukrainian giants, Guardiola said: "Kevin De Bruyne is suspended and David Silva has a little problem.
"I don't know whether he will recover for Sunday."
He added: "Silva felt uncomfortable after his goal. He felt something. Hopefully he can play on Sunday."
The news will come as a huge blow to City fans ahead of their match at Old Trafford.
Silva has been an integral part of the side at the Etihad this season, recently netting a late winner against West Ham to send the club eight points clear of the Red Devils.
In 19 games in all competitions this campaign, the ex-Valencia playmarker has bagged two goals, and registered an impressive ten assists.
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His startling form earned him a new one-year deal - tying him down at Eastlands until the summer of 2020.
Silva could join United ace Paul Pogba in missing the huge Premier League clash, with Jose Mourinho deciding against appealing his red card he picked up against Arsenal.