Man City boss Guardiola delighted with Gvardiol influence on title surge

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola admits he's delighted with the form of Josko Gvardiol.

Guardiola says the defender has played a key role in their title surge.

He stated: I would say more than [just the past few] weeks.

There was a period that he was uncertain, but I said it's normal in the Premier League in the first season.

It's so demanding and physical, but we talk.

We saw many of his performances and he got it.

He can play central and left, he is a lovely guy and has the ability. We are really pleased."

The manager also said: Now we have a couple of days off to rest and then go to Fulham and then to Spurs - and hopefully we can arrive against West Ham with the chance it's in our hands."