Man City's Bernardo Silva thriving under title pressure ahead of derby test


Champions League Quarter Final Second Leg - Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur - Etihad Stadium, Manchester, Britain - April 17, 2019 Manchester City's Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring their fourth goal with Bernardo Silva Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff

(Reuters) - Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva says he is relishing the pressure of the Premier League title race as Pep Guardiola's side prepare for Wednesday's derby at Manchester United.

The clash at Old Trafford represents the biggest hurdle left facing City as they look to become the first team in a decade to defend the English top-flight title.

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