Guardiola has also called on opposite number Mikel Arteta to explain himself after claiming he had “all the information” about City.

Pep Guardiola has invited Mikel Arteta to explain his comment about being at Manchester City for four years and therefore knowing what happens at the club. The fall-out from Sunday’s ill-tempered 2-2 draw between City and Arsenal has continued throughout the week,

Manchester City midfielder Rodri will miss the rest of the season after surgery on his anterior cruciate ligament, manager Pep Guardiola confirmed Friday.