Ever since Pep Guardiola took over at Manchester City, he has demanded a lot of players from the squad at the Etihad Stadium and the Sheiks have spent huge sums to bring in the best players with whom the Spaniard can win trophies.

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Pep Guardiola is delighted with Manuel Akanji

Manchester City have spent around €250m on signings this summer, but Guardiola has praised the player who cost the City team just €20m.

This is Manuel Akanji, a 28-year-old Swiss player who was brought in last summer from Borussia Dortmund.

The centre-back has qualified for the 2024 European Championship with Switzerland and his performances in a City shirt have impressed Guardiola, who said he was delighted with his move.

“What a transfer City made… Wow! Can play full back, center back and midfielder. When he gets into the opposite third, he has the ability to pass very well.

It’s fast, it’s powerful.” – said Pep Guardiola.

Valued by Transfermarkt at €38 million, Akanji has already made 64 appearances for City and scored 4 goals.