I've said this in another thread, but if Silva left, one option for me which would soften the blow would be if we put Foden in that RCM.
High energy, great ball control, can drop deep to pick up the ball and progress it forward, high football IQ, plus offers a threat with his finishing. Also knows the system inside out.
He's had a few games in this position and he looked great and I'd like him on the ball as much as possible throughout a game.
Would obviously be a work in progress but I would much prefer Phil then bring in someone from outside of the club.
We could then go all out for a goal scoring forward like Nkunku or Leao.
What do you guys think?