Everton midfielder Idrissa Gueye has been linked with a move away from Goodison Park in recent times.
Gueye has missed Everton’s last two matches through injury, and only recently returned to training.
However, the midfielder still managed to catch the eye at Goodison Park yesterday.
Gueye helped add steel to Everton’s midfield, even though they were beaten 2-0 by City.
And Silva claimed that Gueye’s display really impressed him, as the Senegalese international changes the structure of his side.
He said: “In that moment I felt it was the best XI to start the match. When Gana is in good condition, the profile of our players in that middle zone is different.
“He had a good game, he showed to me – I didn’t have doubts – but he showed to all, how he is a fantastic professional.
“He did well, even with some days not training, the past few days also.”
Gueye was linked with a move away from Everton during the January transfer window, with PSG seriously interested, as reported by Sky Sports.
Everton fought hard to keep Gueye, who cost the Toffees £7 million (Daily Mail) around, as he is such an important player for them.
The Toffees are next in action at the weekend against Watford, when Gueye looks likely to start again.
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