Bernardo Silva admitted Manchester City were left deeply disappointed after falling short in the Premier League title race, despite battling until the final stages of the campaign.
The City captain reflected emotionally on the missed opportunity, stressing how important the league title remains inside the club after another intense season at the top of English football.
“Disappointment. We know this is the main title for the season because it is the longest,” Silva remarked.
“It is the one you work the most for. We gave it a fight, we fought until the end. Proud of the guys, but it is not enough at this level.”
Despite the frustration, Silva believes the pain of defeat can become motivation for the future as City look to bounce back stronger next season.
The Portuguese midfielder urged younger players and teammates to use the experience as fuel heading into another demanding campaign.
“I hope for the next season they can have this feeling of not regret, but a bit of something inside that makes them go even more. They have the quality and they have the potential.”
Silva also underlined the mentality required to succeed at Manchester City, insisting standards remain extremely high at the Etihad Stadium.
“I hate the feeling of losing. If you want to be in a club of Man City you have to be like that.
“It is not enough at the football club, especially the Premier League is the main target for the club.”
Although City once again competed on multiple fronts, the Premier League remains the benchmark for success under Pep Guardiola.
Silva’s comments reflect a dressing room already focused on responding next season after narrowly missing out on another domestic crown.
“Hopefully they can have that feeling of wanting to achieve more for the next season.”
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