One of Manchester City’s expected defensive mainstays has left a positive impression on Pep Guardiola whilst operating in a ‘number 10’ role, according to new reports.Guardiola is certainly no

Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic are not available for the opening game but Rodri and Phil Foden will travel with the squad. He confirmed Savinho is injured and will miss "a few weeks" while goalkeeper Ederson is "apparently" injured too.

Pep Guardiola - Ederson is reportedly keen on a move to join Galatasaray but City are clear they do not want to sell the 31-year-old.