Speaking to the media for the first time this summer, Pep Guardiola provided his assessment of Manchester City’s summer transfer business.
Pep Guardiola attempted to alleviate supporters’ concerns regarding potential summer acquisitions; however, he provided a significant boost by announcing that Kevin De Bruyne will not be departing this summer.
Guardiola expressed his enthusiasm for City’s acquisition of Savinho during his inaugural summer address; however, he advised against anticipating that the Etihad would attract numerous additional signings in the wake of the Brazilian’s arrival. Guardiola stated that City would likely serve as understudies for any players who wish to depart if any significant acquisitions are made.
However, Kevin De Bruyne, the club’s talisman, is expected to remain. Guardiola interrupted a query to confirm that Kevin is not departing.
Guardiola intervened to clarify the situation when asked about the allure of Saudi Arabia for players such as De Bruyne, who disclosed this summer that he would contemplate a “absurd” offer from the Saudo Pro League. This week’s reports indicated that De Bruyne had reached an agreement with Al Ittihad; however, there was no indication of any movement from either party. Guardiola’s confirmation should serve as a definitive resolution to the situation.
Guardiola suggested that other players could depart prior to the transfer deadline. “I don’t know what will happen in the market,” he indicated. “The squad is sufficiently prolonged; however, we shall address this matter if an individual departs.” Certainly, we have opportunities until the final day. I am not opposed to the possibility of bringing in new players; however, if anyone departs, I anticipate that we will maintain the same squad to a degree of 85, 90, or 95.
“I am at ease because the caliber of the individuals in our squad is exceedingly difficult to replicate, and the caliber is present.” However, we will determine the outcome at the last minute if an individual arrives to retrieve participants who have already departed.
Guardiola was also enthusiastic about the acquisition of Savio, who was lured from Troyes, his sister club, following an exceptional season at Girona. The manager disclosed that the transfer market presents challenges when it comes to making significant alterations to his squad this summer during the conversation regarding the Brazilian.
“His influence on Girona has been nothing short of extraordinary.” Guardiola exclaimed, “I believe that Michel, the manager, has done an extraordinary job with him.” “He is capable of playing on both sides, as a left-winger or right-winger, and he can also play in the middle.” But we require [him] more, particularly on the flanks. His one-on-one is catastrophic. He is a youthful man.
“It is imperative to introduce one or two new players in order to introduce something novel.” Sometimes, it is unnecessary to include seven or eight participants. In light of contemporary financial challenges, it is impossible to replace six or seven players. It is unfeasible and unsustainable. We must be wise.
“We have made an effort to do so, as numerous players have expressed interest in joining us over the years. However, we were unable to reach an agreement with clubs due to their unreasonable demands for a high price.” No, we did not. I possess an extensive inventory. I believe that we have a more extensive inventory of players who we were unable to bring to the country than those we did.
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