Pep Guardiola has not been very talkative in previous press appearances, but he had a lot to say after Manchester City’s win over Bournemouth, revealing that his players were fatigued. Overall, he has given the impression of a manager growing weary of dealing with the media regularly.
Expectations for the FA Cup preview ahead of the Luton trip were low due to Guardiola’s remarks about fatigue.
However, Guardiola can surprise people, and he was in a much better mood when discussing City’s “defining” fixture list in March, Jack Grealish’s fitness, and the recent successes of teams like Arsenal and Liverpool.
Guardiola was equally talkative during the embargoed portion of the press conference. While he declined to comment directly on Kevin De Bruyne’s future or Jurgen Klopp’s replacement at Liverpool, his remarks were noteworthy, particularly concerning De Bruyne’s potential ties to Saudi Arabia.
Regarding De Bruyne, Guardiola expressed his desire for the talisman to remain at City until the end of his career but encouraged the media to inquire directly about any alleged offers from Saudi Arabia.
Guardiola also discussed the possibility of Xabi Alonso taking Klopp’s place at Liverpool, praising Alonso’s managerial skills.
Guardiola also reflected on City’s performance compared to the previous season, noting that despite some subpar performances, they have more points now than at this point last season. He emphasized the need to focus on the bigger picture rather than viewing every setback as a catastrophe.
Additionally, Guardiola commented on Oscar Bobb’s new contract, praising the young player’s dedication and work ethic. He also confirmed that Kevin De Bruyne is ready to return to action for City, providing good news for Fantasy Football managers.
