Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City team continues to dominate the Premier League with a perfect 100 percent record, maintaining their position at the top despite the absence of Kevin De Bruyne, their influential midfielder.
The team’s impressive performance is a testament to Guardiola’s managerial prowess, as achieving a treble success in the past might typically lead to a decline in performance standards.
Guardiola has successfully maintained his team’s momentum and instilled a sense of confidence that’s palpable even before a match begins.
Joao Cancelo, a Portuguese full-back, finds himself in a unique position. Previously, he was a key player at Manchester City, but circumstances led to his loan to Bayern Munich after a falling out with Guardiola.
In a surprising turn, he was loaned to Barcelona on the deadline day this summer.
Reports suggest that there’s a verbal agreement in place for a permanent swap between Cancelo and a Barcelona player next summer, at a transfer fee of €35 million.
This arrangement seems to be beneficial for both clubs involved, as Cancelo has seamlessly integrated into Barcelona’s setup.
Despite not being part of Guardiola’s all-conquering squad, Cancelo’s move to Barcelona appears to have been a successful transition.
The arrangement holds promise for a continued positive trajectory for the player and both clubs in the coming season.
