Pep Guardiola says his *softer" Manchester City players are running the risk of losing their places in the team. And while the Blues boss - who said he was a bit of a softy when he played - understandably refused to name names, he made it plain that Phil Foden is NOT one of the wilting violets.
Foden could make his return to action when City face Watford today, after missing the last three games due to an ankle problem he picked up against Everton.
Guardiola said he is always sure that Foden has a serious issue when he indicates he is not fit, because he is a player who is usually willing to play through the pain barrier. “He's a guy in the experience we are together, who holds the pain,” said Guardiola. “He has pain but it doesn't matter,
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