Manchester City midfielder David Silva is unsurprised by Frank Lampard's impact as Chelsea manager.

Silva is tipping his old teammate to push City and leaders Liverpool all the way in this season's title race.

“I could see a manager in him when he was here" said Silva. “He was an incredible player, a world-class player.

“The way he played, as well as his experience in football, now he transmits it to his players. He is showing it already, he is going to be a fantastic manager.

“He has clear ideas and he is doing very well. What matters is that he has been given the opportunity and he's making the most of it."