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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Arsenal (kick-off 16:30 BST). Here are the key lines from his news conference:

Into the final year of his contract at Manchester City questions are being asked again about Pep Guardiola’s future.

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola gives an important warning to Erling Haaland and his players ahead of the match against Arsenal.

Pep Guardiola admits he feels ‘so sorry’ for Martin Odegaard with the Arsenal captain set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines. Mikel Arteta confirmed earlier this week that his skipper’s ankle injury was ‘significant’ and it is reported that he will be in the treatment room for the next eight weeks.

Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City have a slight advantage heading into Sunday's clash with Arsenal following this week's European activity.

Manchester City take on title rivals Arsenal on Sunday having had an extra day’s rest after the Gunners’ Thursday fixture in Europe.

Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Kevin de Bruyne may well be fit in time to feature in Manchester City ’s big game against Arsenal on Sunday. The Citizens and Gunners meet at the Etihad in a match that is likely to have a huge impact on the Premier League title race even at this early stage of the season.

Pep Guardiola has said Inter Milan are ‘masters of defending deep’ after his Manchester City side were held to a frustrating goalless draw in their Champions League opener.City were unable to