Silva Admits City's Title Dreams Are 'Too Late' to Revive

Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva admits the team's Premier League title hopes are all but over.

Manchester City's Title Hopes Dwindle

Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva has conceded that the Premier League title is likely out of reach for the defending champions. With a significant 14-point gap separating City from leaders Liverpool, Silva believes the deficit is too substantial to overcome.

A dismal run of form has hindered City's chances of securing a record fifth consecutive English top-flight title. The team has managed only two wins in their last 10 league matches, leaving them sixth in the table. This season's struggles are a far cry from City's dominant performance last season, when they lifted their fourth straight Premier League title.

Injury Woes and a Dose of Reality

Pep Guardiola's team has been severely impacted by injuries this season, with key players like Ballon d'Or winner Rodri ruled out for the remainder of the campaign. Several other players have also spent extended periods on the sidelines, further complicating City's title defense.

Midfielder Bernardo Silva has acknowledged the bleak reality of City's situation, urging focus on their current position rather than chasing the leaders. “Right now it's about accepting reality. I'm not looking at Liverpool. I'm sixth in the league, I cannot be looking at Liverpool or Arsenal,” Silva told Sky Sports in an interview published on Thursday.

Bernardo Silva has conceded that the Premier League title is likely out of reach for the defending champions. Silva emphasized that his focus is on the next match, stating: “I'm looking at the next game to try and win three points...” However, he also acknowledged the bleak reality of City's title chances.

Silva refused to rule out a miraculous turnaround entirely, saying: “I wouldn't say it's impossible because in football there are no impossibles...” Nevertheless, he was candid about City's current situation, admitting: “but right now Manchester City is completely out of the title race, no question about that, it's too late for us.»Silva also noted that while it's often said that the league can't be won in January, it can certainly be lost, and unfortunately for City, “This season the reality is that we have lost it.” City will look to bounce back when they host West Ham United on Saturday.