The retirements of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo will pave way for Manchester City star Bernardo Silva to be crowned a Ballon d’Or winner, according to former Portugal winger Paulo Futre.

Silva was instrumental for Pep Guardiola’s side during their historic domestic treble-winning campaign.

His performance against Liverpool in January served up the finest example of his talent and work ethic since signing from Monaco in 2017 for €50 million.

The 24-year-old was voted City’s Player of the Season by supporters as a result of displays such as that one.

And former Porto, Atletico Madrid and AC Milan forward, Futre reckons he is the next superstar in the making.

Check out the video above to see what he had to say