Kompany: Hazard can be as good as Silva

The 21-year-old Belgian international, who is reportedly being targeted by a number of Premier League clubs, has scored 13 goals from midfield in 37 appearances in France's Ligue 1 this season. And Kompany believes his compatriot could transfer this sparkling form to the Premier League with Manchester City, suggesting that he has the potential to play at the same level as Silva. Kompany told the Daily Mail: "Silva now, Hazard in five years' time. "With his talent, Hazard could succeed anywhere." Manchester City are 11/4 favourites with Sportingbet to sign Eden Hazard before September 2012. Kompany has become a vital part of Manchester City's back four since signing for the club in 2008 and is relishing the prospect of winning the Premier League title and becoming a force in Europe. He continued: "I've been here since the beginning of the adventure and it's personal now. "I don't think there are many clubs in Europe with a better future."