“I’m so sorry,” “It’s just because I visualise something, I visualise the team and I struggle a little bit to see him… that’s all”-He needs to leave the team with immediate effect-Pep Guardiola has instructed 28yrs Manchester City player to leave the Club with immediate effect

“I’m so sorry,” Pep Guardiola says to Manchester City’s treble winner as his January exit approaches.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has apologised to midfielder Kalvin Phillips, who is considering leaving the club in January.

After making just one start for Manchester City this season, the 28-year-old is still in danger of missing out on a berth in this summer’s European Championship.

Despite overcoming a number of long-term physical concerns, the Englishman, who made only four starts last season, remains out of favour at the Etihad Stadium.

Phillips appeared in just 21 games for the treble winners last season, playing fewer than 600 minutes and earning just two Premier League starts.

Despite moving from Leeds United for £42 million and signing a six-year contract, the midfielder did not make his full Premier League debut for Manchester City until a match against Chelsea in May.

When City Xtra disclosed that over 15 European clubs had inquired about signing the England international, the 28-year-old chose not to leave the Etihad Stadium during the summer transfer window.

Phillips is set to leave the triple champions next month, with Juventus, Newcastle, and Tottenham all interested in signing him.

Guardiola has placed new doubt on Phillips’ future after apologising to the player for a lack of minutes ahead of Sunday’s trip to Luton Town.

“I’m so sorry,” the Catalan added.

“I have no idea what will happen to Kalvin Phillips.” He has a great personality, and I’m sorry I didn’t choose him. I picture my team and choose one.”