David Silva hopes Carlos Tevez stays with Manchester City.

Tevez has been linked with a move away from City since the New Year.

Silva said: "Carlos is a vital player for us. He's the real key player for Manchester City. He's great to play alongside and I feel at ease with him, very comfortable. He makes things easy.

"He's a real character, not just as a player but he's a top guy and it's very important he stays."

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