"It's a difficult game, but we will give our best and have our chances to secure the three points. For me personally, it will be a special game. Pep is one of the best coaches in the world. I learned a lot from him when I was here. We haven't spoken much this year, but last summer we played and talked together at a golf tournament."
"It's a great game, the Champions League and one of the best teams in Europe. We love this challenge. We can't wait to get started."
"Hello, Manchester! #MCIB04 pic.twitter.com/ILhSkIeawl - Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) November 24, 2025"
Aleix Garcia anticipates a special return to Manchester and a reunion with Pep Guardiola ahead of Bayer Leverkusen's Champions League trip to Manchester City. Leverkusen occupy 21st in their league phase with five points from four games, while Manchester City sit fourth with three wins and a draw. Garcia leads the competition for successful switches of play this season, completing 8 of 8 attempted switches, and ranks third among midfielders for line-breaking passes with 48. Garcia joined Manchester City from Villarreal in 2015, made nine senior appearances before leaving in 2020, and logged 75 Premier League minutes. Leverkusen have won once and lost eight of ten away European matches against English opposition.
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