David Silva

David Silva is a Spanish midfielder who was born on 8^th January, 1986 in Canary Islands, Spain. The 36 year old is currently playing for Real Sociedad in the La Liga and has been in and out of the team this season. Silva has been regarded as one of the most underrated players In football. He is considered to have one of the best techniques in the sport and has also won numerous titles with various clubs. He is called “El Mago” which means the "Magician" in Spanish and has an excellent first touch and passing range. 

Silva started his playing career at the age of 9 at UD San Fernando, where he initially played as a goalkeeper but became a winger later. He was then accepted into Valencia’s youth academy at the age of 14 and he went on to become a starter for the club at the age of 20. He was loaned out to Eibar and Celta Vigo before he became a key member for Valencia in his early days. The 36 year old spent 6 seasons at the Spanish club before moving to Manchester City in the summer of 2010. The Spanish midfielder won every domestic trophy available with the English club and has been a bonafide legend at the club. Silva was also a key member for the Spain National Team and helped them win the UEFA Euros in 2008 and 2012 as well as the FIFA World Cup in 2010. 

David Silva has won 1 FIFA World Cup, 2 UEFA Euros, 4 Premier Leagues, 2 FA Cups, 5 Carabao Cups, 2 Spanish Super Cups and 3 Community Shields in his illustrious career. He has played under great coaches like Pep Guardiola, Roberto Mancini and Manuel Pellegrini. David Silva is also the 4^th highest goal scorer in the history of Spain with 35 goals and he also has more than 100 caps for his nation. 

Clubs and International debuts

Celta Vigo: David Silva made his La Liga debut on 28th August 2005 in a 2-0 win when he plyed for Celta Vigo on loan. The 36 year old made his debut for Manchester City on 14th August 2010 in the Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur. The Spanish midfielder made his UEFA Champions League debut on 12^th Spetember, 2006 for Valencia in a 4-2 win against Olympiacos. 

Spain: Silva also made his Spain National Team debut on 15^th November, 2006 after he was initially announced to be in the Under 21 squad of the National Team.

Notable Statistics

David Silva was loaned out to SD Eibar from Valencia during the early stages of his career just so that he could gain some experience and some game time. However, he did not make an impact at the club during his short stint there.

Silva’s second loan stint came at another Spanish club, Celta Vigo. Silva went on to make a difference for the club and had a positive impact during their time in the La Liga.

Silva started his career at Valencia’s youth academy and by the time he was 20, he had become a key member for the Spanish club and had become a fan favourite at the club.

Silva is a modern day Manchester City legend and is also regarded as one of the best midfielders to ever play in the Premier League. The Spanish midfielder was a fan favourite at the club and was a key member of the squad for a decade.

Silva joined Real Sociedad in 2020 when his Manchester City contract expired. He has not made an instant impact at the Spanish club but is one of the most experienced players and is also a key member in the dressing room.

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David Silva jersey numbers

David Silva has been wearing a constant number for most part of his illustrious career. The Spanish midfielder wore the number 16 for Celta Vigo during his loan spell there. However, the 36 year old has worn the number 21 for SD Eibar, Valencia, Manchester City and Real Sociedad.

Silva has worn the number 5, 8 and 21 for the Spain National team during his 10 year stint with the team and helped them win the FIFA World Cup and 2 UEFA Euros.

David Silva net worth and salary

David Silva has a net worth of $57 million. The 36 year old had previously made into the top 20 richest football players’ list by Forbes as well.

Silva is also receiving a yearly salary of $13.3 million and has his own other investments.

Brand endorsement

Puma

Who is David Silva's girlfriend?

David Silva's current girlfriend is Yessica Suarez Gonzalez. The couple have a son together too and the Spanish midfielder has been seeing Yessica for quite some time now.

Does David Silva have any kids?

Yes. David Silva has a son named Mateo who was born in 2018. Silva's son Mateo was born prematurely and was fighting to survive in the early days after his birth.