Kyle Walker admits to struggling with not always playing regularly for Manchester City - but is willing to park any grievances with manager Pep Guardiola and put the team first.
Inside Vincent Kompany's stunning Burnley season that may prove Man City boss Pep Guardiola right
10.04.2023 - 15:23 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Vincent Kompany stood, almost stock still, drinking it in. His Burnley side had just secured promotion to the Premier League. All around him there were celebrations, selfies and singing. The Clarets chief observed, watching his players and the club's supporters enjoy the moment.
For him, nothing has changed and everything has. Burnley remain, as Kompany has pointed out on several occasions this season, the 21st-best team in England. He wants to climb that ladder, he wants the Championship title, he wants further progress.
But next season they will dine at the top table, mixing it with some of the world's best. Kompany, who spent 11 glorious years at Manchester City, will return to the Etihad as a contemporary of his coaching mentor.
ALSO READ: Jude Bellingham's Man City traits are obvious as Blues prospect seeks to emulate star's journey
Pep Guardiola's side inflicted a 6-0 thrashing on Burnley in the FA Cup quarter-finals just last month. It emphasised the gulf but you can bet your bottom dollar Kompany will be working on closing that gap.
He's driven and determined. Meticulous in his approach, whether it be training sessions, scouting reports or recruitment. When he walked through the door last summer, staff at Burnley were amazed at the number of hours he and his staff, including former City striker Craig Bellamy, put in. They are frequently the first in and last out.
His recruitment has been spot on, he's utilised his City links to bring in the likes of Aro Muric and Taylor Harwood-Bellis, while he's dipped into Belgium for star wingers Anass Zaroury and Manuel Benson. A willingness to utilise the loan market secured the services of Nathan Tella and Ian Maatsen among others.
Kompany has revolutionised Burnley.
The website popstar.one is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
28.04.2023 / 08:59
How Vincent Kompany's Man City disappointment vs Manchester United helped inspire Burnley title win
Vincent Kompany wiped away a Manchester derby regret in guiding Burnley to the Championship title on Tuesday night.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
27.04.2023 / 10:13
Kevin De Bruyne reveals what part of Arsenal's game Man City targeted to claim win
Kevin De Bruyne says Manchester City trained to target Arsenal’s goal kicks to help them create chances in their 4-1 win over the Gunners.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
27.04.2023 / 04:23
Why Manu Akanji started over Aymeric Laporte for Man City vs Arsenal
Pep Guardiola said that Manchester City's game with Bayern Munich convinced him that Manu Akanji was the best option to go up against Bukayo Saka.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
24.04.2023 / 19:23
Manchester United's Wout Weghorst learns long-term future timescale as Burnley plan talks
Burnley boss Vincent Kompany will hold discussions with Manchester United loanee Wout Weghorst on his future in the summer.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
21.04.2023 / 21:45
Man City coach Pep Guardiola hints at Rodri call after Kalvin Phillips 'stinker'
Pep Guardiola hinted at another start for his marathon man Rodri after suggesting that Kalvin Phillips is still not ready to start.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
21.04.2023 / 19:57
Chelsea's 'stance' on selling Mateo Kovacic to Man City revealed and more rumours
Chelsea would not stand in Mateo Kovacic's way should he decide to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, according to reports
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
21.04.2023 / 18:09
'Anything is possible' - Vincent Kompany's Man City admission as Etihad icon seeks QPR repeat
Vincent Kompany could replicate Manchester City's most iconic moment this weekend - although he'd prefer to do it without the late drama.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
21.04.2023 / 14:55
Man City icon Vincent Kompany 'on four-man manager shortlist' at Premier League rivals
Manchester City great Vincent Kompany is reportedly on the four-man shortlist to be appointed the next Chelsea manager.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
21.04.2023 / 14:01
Pep Guardiola brutally shuts down Treble talk as he sets Man City deadline
Pep Guardiola said he had no excitement for a potential Treble as he refused to discuss the prospect of Manchester City winning everything.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
16.04.2023 / 19:11
Chelsea make decision on Levi Colwill amid Man City 'interest' and more transfer rumours
Chelsea are adamant that defender Levi Colwill will stay at the club this summer despite reported interest from Manchester City and Liverpool.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
14.04.2023 / 22:19
Pep Guardiola describes Erling Haaland fitness concerns behind Man City plan
Pep Guardiola says that Erling Haaland needs care around the clock to ensure he is fit to play every week.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.04.2023 / 17:57
‘Buzzing’ Burnley loanee Taylor Harwood-Bellis gives update on future Man City plans
Taylor Harwodd-Bellis says he wants to play in the Premier League next season, whether that is at parent club Manchester City or current loan outfit Burnley.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
12.04.2023 / 09:43
Manchester United fans make Glazers point amid Jude Bellingham Liverpool update
Manchester United fans are eager to see Jude Bellingham make Old Trafford his new home this summer, although some are concerned how much the takeover process will impact a pursuit.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
11.04.2023 / 07:29
'I'm not a fanboy' - Thomas Tuchel might have sent a subtle message to Man City boss Pep Guardiola
Eight years ago Pep Guardiola and Thomas Tuchel sat down in an iconic Munich bar to share ideas about football. At the time Guardiola was the world's master coach and Tuchel an apprentice about to embark on his first really big job.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
11.04.2023 / 05:59
Erik ten Hag can complete dream Manchester United line-up with £200million spend
Manchester United have several items on the agenda before switching their focus to the upcoming window, but armed with £200million Erik ten Hag could finalise his dream line-up.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
10.04.2023 / 17:55
Jamie Carragher explains Arsenal title race advantage over Man City as he makes fixtures point
Jamie Carragher believes the number of matches Manchester City still have to play compared to Arsenal could be their undoing during the Premier League title race.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
08.04.2023 / 14:21
'Mark my words' - Man City fans make Vincent Kompany prediction after Burnley promotion confirmed
Vincent Kompany's Burnley side confirmed their promotion back into the Premier League with a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough on Friday evening.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
07.04.2023 / 07:17
Man City boss Pep Guardiola has already made the case for Julian Alvarez to start vs Southampton
Manchester City are in a thoroughly luxurious position at the minute when it comes down to their attacking options.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
05.04.2023 / 07:37
Pep Guardiola can complete dream Man City line-up with Jude Bellingham and one more transfer
Manchester City are hoping to discover that lightning really does strike twice and they can win the transfer lottery, once again, when the market reopens. Having signed Norway sensation Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund last summer, attention has shifted to his former teammate Jude Bellingham.