straight to your inbox Pep Guardiola is set to quarantine for a fortnight before returning to Manchester City ahead of the new Premier League season.
The coach has been in his native Barcelona for a break, with some fans hoping that his presence there is another sign that means Lionel Messi could actually be on his way to the Etihad.
With all arrivals from Spain being forced to quarantine for two weeks according to the current UK government regulations, Guardiola will not be expected at the training ground this week to lead pre-season training.
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