Pep Guardiola has recently addressed rumors regarding his relationship with star midfielder Kevin De Bruyne.
Following a disappointing run of form, Guardiola has emphasized his desire to see De Bruyne back to his best.
The Belgian playmaker featured only as a substitute in the last five matches following his recovery from a pelvic injury.
City’s winless streak has reached seven games across all competitions, their worst run since 2008, and De Bruyne was limited to a 12-minute appearance in Sunday’s 2-0 defeat to Liverpool, which left City 11 points behind in fifth place.
Some pundits have speculated about a possible falling out between De Bruyne and Guardiola.
At a recent press conference, Guardiola passionately defended his approach, stating, “People say I’ve got a problem with Kevin. Do you think I like to not play with Kevin?”
He acknowledged De Bruyne’s struggles due to fitness issues but reassured fans that his absence from the starting lineup is not indicative of any personal issues.
Guardiola also highlighted De Bruyne’s immense contributions to the club’s success, emphasizing the importance of getting him physically fit to reach his prime.
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