Pep Guardiola says he actually told £55m Man City player he used to be poor off the bench

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Published on 2024-04-22 13:00:00

Pep Guardiola admitted that he once told a Manchester City player that he used to struggle to make an impact as a substitute. Due to the frequent rotations in the team, there is a lack of a designated “super-sub” player. Guardiola praised Jeremy Doku for his recent impact off the bench, crediting the youngster for changing the game in recent matches against Real Madrid and Chelsea.

Despite Guardiola’s initial criticism, Jeremy Doku has taken the advice on board and improved his performance as a substitute. The young player’s willingness to learn and adapt to Guardiola’s guidance has paid off, with Doku proving to be a game-changer in his recent cameo appearances. Guardiola must be pleased with Doku’s progress and his ability to apply feedback in real-game situations.

Guardiola emphasized the challenge of impacting games as a substitute, especially for attackers, who need to make something happen out of nothing. While some players like Edin Dzeko have excelled in this role in the past, it is not an easy task to come off the bench and have a significant impact. Doku’s recent performances have shown improvement in this area, showcasing his potential as a valuable impact player for Manchester City.

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