He would eventually opt to join English Premier League side Manchester City and just like Claudio Bravo and Nolito, the deciding factor in the decision was Pep Guardiola.
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The Argentina forward has completed a three-match suspension imposed retrospectively after television cameras caught him elbowing West Ham defender Winston Reid during a league fixture last month.
In a tightly-contested clash at the Liberty Stadium, holders City clicked into gear after the break, Garcia effectively secured progression with just over 20 minutes remaining, after Clichy’s second goal for the club had put Pep Guardiola’s side ahead shortly after the restart.
City said Friday there is no date set for a return for the Belgium center back.
Angelino of Manchester City and Angel Rangel of Swansea City in action during the League Cup third round.
“We were not going to be able to drive too much the ball, so great victory and now we are facing in the next round Man City so it’s very good for everyone. We know how to win these sort of games, and that is what we will try to do”.
Jonathan Pearce: “It would be a major shock if Pep Guardiola fails to make it a ideal 10 after his club record run, for a new manager, of nine victories in his nine opening matches in charge”.
Guardiola has delved deep into his squad over the last few days, making nine changes for Wednesday’s game, but most of those who figured in last Saturday’s 4-0 Premier League win over Bournemouth are likely to be restored.
Former Manchester United winger and assistant manager Ryan Giggs has been suggested as a possible candidate to replace Guidolin should results fail to improve fast.
“He didn’t play in the best physical condition, but he played a fantastic, fantastic game”.
City also won their opening five league games last season – they’ve never won their first six games in a top-flight campaign before.
“At Southampton, we deserved to lose”.
City have scored at least two goals in each of their opening five Premier League games but they have some way to go to match their best run in that respect.
“But he’s come to City with virtually the same team as last season and they look unbelievable”.
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“We showed we can compete against them, we were just a bit unlucky, but let’s see”.
