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straight to your inbox Pep Guardiola reckons the standard of football in the Premier League is better now than at any time in his five years here. The Manchester City manager was full of praise for tomorrow night’s opponents Fulham – fighting to avoid relegation despite playing some fine football - and for the bold approach of Wednesday’s opponents Southampton.

straight to your inboxIlkay Gundogan has been named Premier League Player of the Month for February, becoming the first Manchester City player to ever win back-to-back awards.Gundogan had already won the January award, and he continued his fine form into February as City continued their winning run to a record-breaking 21 victories in succession. Central to that form was Gundogan's scoring form from midfield, especially in the absence of Kevin De Bruyne.

straight to your inboxPhil Foden insists he never thought about going down when challenged by Alex McCarthy as Manchester City were denied a clear penalty in the win over Southampton.City had gone ahead against the run of play thanks to Kevin De Bruyne, who converted a rebound from Foden's saved shot.

straight to your inboxAfter just two starts in 15 games and an impending curfew in the Netherlands, Manchester City youngster Lewis Fiorini could have been forgiven for thinking that his loan move to NAC Breda wasn't exactly going to plan."You can see how it would be hard for lads on a loan like this, it would have been easy to fail or crumble with not playing for the first few games," he says."I came on here and there but didn’t start.

straight to your inboxThe thought had crossed more than one Blue mind before the game against Wolves, but most believers dismissed it as heresy.The stats told a story.

straight to your inbox Pep Guardiola is tipping Sergio Aguero to still have a major impact on Manchester City ’s season. And the Blues boss also claims that off-key Kevin De Bruyne, like Aguero, still has to find his fluency, but will be back to his best given time.

straight to your inboxRuben Dias believes the team spirit in the Manchester City squad gives everyone the belief that they can score goals from all over the pitch.Dias has transformed City's defence since joining from Benfica in the summer, and it was his goal that opened the scoring in a tense first half against West Ham, converting Kevin De Bruyne's brilliant cross.On his first goal in a Blue shirt, Dias told City TV: "I'm very happy, more happy with the win but obviously very happy with my

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola has recalled Sergio Aguero and Kevin De Bruyne to his Manchester City starting line up in search of a 20th straight win.West Ham will try to stop City's incredible run, with the Hammers on a decent run of their own. The Blues have had a quick turnaround from Wednesday's Champions League win over Borussia Monchengladbach, and Guardiola has stayed true to his pre-match assertion that he would make a number of changes.

straight to your inboxManchester City return to Premier League action on Saturday lunchtime, as they take on high-flying West Ham United at the Eithad Stadium.City only have one absentee going into this game, with Nathan Ake the only player unavailable for selection on Saturday, due to a hamstring injury.Kevin De Bruyne and John Stones are both likely to start after being rested completely in midweek, with Oleksandr Zinchenko, Sergio Aguero, Riyad Mahrez, Ferran Torres, Fernandino and others all

straight to your inboxOwen Hargreaves has claimed Gabriel Jesus is "the best reserve centre-forward in the world" and likened the Manchester City striker to Roberto Firmino.The Brazilian striker has often played second-fiddle to Sergio Aguero since arriving at the Etihad Stadium. However, despite Aguero's injuries, Jesus has still found himself regularly rotated, with Pep Guardiola often playing Kevin de Bruyne, Raheem Sterling or Bernardo Silva as a "false nine".

straight to your inboxIlkay Gundogan has explained how he subconsciously adapted his game to help Manchester City cope with the loss of Kevin de Bruyne.The Belgian international made his return to Premier League action after several weeks out injured against Arsenal on Sunday.Without De Bruyne, Gundogan filled his shoes by playing in a more attacking role, which saw him score six goals in the six matches that his teammate was absent for."I think it's just something that comes automatically,

straight to your inboxMan City were handed multiple injury boosts in their midweek win over Everton.Kevin De Bruyne made an appearance off the bench in the match for what was his first game since January 20 and Ruben Dias started after missing last week's win over Spurs. Sergio Aguero was also on the substitutes bench again as he continues to feel his way back to fitness following his time on the sidelines with Covid-19.

straight to your inbox every day for freeFormer Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves drew comparisons between Bruno Fernandes and Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne following the Reds' win against Real Sociedad.The 26-year-old Fernandes led the way once again last night as he scored a decisive double during United's superb 4-0 victory in Turin.With further strikes coming from Marcus Rashford and Daniel James, Fernandes and co already have one foot in the last-16 of the Europa League ahead

straight to your inboxManchester City have the chance to go ten points clear at the top of the Premier League as they take on Everton at Goodison Park.City will be without Nathan Ake and likely without Ilkay Gundogan too, who had to be substituted in their win against Tottenham Hotspur, but Kevin De Bruyne, Fernandinho and Sergio Aguero could all be included in the matchday squad.Pep Guardiola's side are currently on a run of 11 consecutive league wins and have won their past five matches

straight to your inboxNot only were Manchester City buoyed by the return of Kevin De Bruyne to training on Tuesday, but there was another injury boost as Fernandinho looks to have taken a step closer towards his return. The club captain has missed the last two fixtures with 'niggles', with his absence more precautionary than anything else, and the Brazilian joined De Bruyne in training at the City Football Academy before they take on Everton tonight.

straight to your inboxPep Guardiola says Kevin De Bruyne will be included in Manchester City's squad to face Everton on Wednesday, as well as reasurring fans on Ilkay Gundogan's groin injury.Guardiola had earlier confirmed that De Bruyne was back in full training after missing the last seven games through injury, saying he was getting better as he stepped up his recovery.And expanding on De Bruyne's condition, Guardiola confirmed he would be available for selection against Everton on Wednesday

straight to your inboxKevin De Bruyne has returned to full training for Manchester City as he steps up his recovery from injury - but Ilkay Gundogan has been ruled out of the upcoming Everton fixture this week. Talisman De Bruyne has missed City's last seven outings after suffering an injury in last month's win over Aston Villa, with Pep Guardiola placing a 'four to six week' timeframe on his absence.

straight to your inboxMan City return to Premier League action on Saturday, as they take on Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium, three days after their FA Cup exploits against Swansea City.City have a number of injury concerns ahead of the game against Spurs with Fernandinho, Rodri, Ruben Dias and Sergio Aguero all ruled as doubtful for this weekend, whilst Kevin De Bruyne and Nathan Ake have been ruled out through injury.If neither of Fernandino or Rodri are fit enough to start, midfielder

direct to your inboxRio Ferdinand has predicted Manchester City to win the Premier League title, with Manchester United in second place.Pep Guardiola's side currently lead the table by five points, though they have played one game fewer than their city rivals. With Liverpool all-but out of the title race, it seems like a straight shootout between the two Manchester clubs to lift the trophy, with City in the driving seat.