"The last season was tough for everyone, for him, for all of us, Guardiola said, I don't judge one behaviour over a short period of time. He was unbelievable. One of the greatest full-backs ever. I slept like a baby for the games with Kyle there. [He is] one of the greatest in terms of consistency and no injuries and playing every single game, an incredible figure in the locker room."
"In [eight] years, six Premier Leagues, a Champions League, [many] titles, always being there in good moments and bad moments. Guardiola will be able to call upon Erling Haaland for Saturday's game after the striker recovered from a back spasm in time. Mateo Kovacic also has a chance to make the matchday squad for the first time this season after undergoing achilles surgery."
"Always for the people up front it is about numbers, goals and assists, Guardiola said. Savinho created a lot last season but in the final third, the final moment, he was a little bit too hectic. The moment he learns that, the more he improves, he'll be a top-class player because he can play on both sides, he's got the speed and the work ethic. Savinho will make this step, naturally it will come and he will be a top player for Man City."
Kyle Walker left Manchester City after informing Pep Guardiola of his desire to depart, moving to Milan on loan in January and joining Burnley permanently in the summer. Walker won 14 major honours across eight years, including six Premier Leagues and a Champions League, and maintained exceptional consistency and fitness. Pep Guardiola praised Walker as one of the greatest full-backs, noting his reliability and locker-room presence. Erling Haaland recovered from a back spasm and is available for the upcoming match, while Mateo Kovacic may be fit after achilles surgery. Savinho is close to a new contract through 2031 and is expected to develop into a top-class player.
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