Pep Guardiola set to sign one Man United star who got 8/10 player rating against City last month
The football world has been left stunned after Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reportedly confessed his admiration for a Manchester United player — a revelation that has sent shockwaves through both sides of Manchester. Known for his fierce competitiveness and reluctance to praise rival players, Guardiola has allegedly urged City’s hierarchy to prepare a bold January move for one of United’s rising stars.
According to close sources, Guardiola was captivated by the player’s intelligence, composure, and tactical discipline during last month’s heated Manchester derby, where the youngster earned a glowing 8/10 rating despite United’s inconsistent form this season. The City boss is said to have been deeply impressed by how the player disrupted his team’s rhythm and dictated play with remarkable maturity.
Insiders claim Pep privately admitted to colleagues, “I’ve never liked any Manchester United player before, but this one is different. I fell in love with his game from the first time I saw him, and I’ll do everything possible to bring him to City in January.” That statement has sparked intense debate across England, with fans now speculating on who the mystery player might be.
Many believe Guardiola’s admiration could be directed at Kobbie Mainoo, the fearless teenage midfielder whose commanding display in the derby earned widespread applause. Others think it might be Alejandro Garnacho, the energetic winger whose pace and creativity caused City’s defence constant problems. Whoever it is, Guardiola’s interest suggests the player possesses a rare blend of talent and temperament that even he cannot ignore.
Reports from both Spain and England indicate that the City boss has officially placed the United player on his transfer shortlist, assigning his scouts to monitor every match closely before the January window. City’s technical department is reportedly exploring how to make a bid without inflaming tensions between the two rival clubs.
Unsurprisingly, Manchester United supporters are outraged. Many have flooded social media with messages insisting that their club must never sell to City under any circumstances. “If Pep wants him, that means we’ve got a special one,” one fan wrote. “United should protect him at all costs.”
However, those familiar with Guardiola’s methods know that when he identifies a player he truly admires, he wastes no time. With City’s financial power, even the most unlikely deals can become reality.
If this transfer attempt ever materializes, it could become one of the most sensational and controversial moves in Premier League history, breaking the deep-seated rivalry between the red and blue halves of Manchester. One thing is certain — this United star has done what few have ever managed: win the respect and admiration of Pep Guardiola himself.
