David Silva slams Real Madrid 'smear campaign'

David Silva has hit out at Real Madrid for allegedly spreading 'rumours and accusations' about his personal life following his move to Manchester City.

The Spaniard joined City for £27m from Valencia last summer after advanced talks with Real fell through.

"If Real Madrid didn't want to sign me I don't know why these rumours came out, with accusations being thrown around," the midfielder said. "My conscience is clear and I have always been professional.

"That whole affair didn't anger me but it puzzled me greatly. There was an interest but then Real tried to cover it up with that.

"But I am calm and very happy to have taken the decision I did."

Silva has contributed seven goals to Manchester City's table-topping campaign this season.