Pep Guardiola has requested the opportunity to restructure the Manchester City team, acknowledging that his previous successes at the Etihad Stadium are the sole reason he hasn’t been fired recently. The team is currently on a six-match winless streak and suffered five consecutive losses, including a collapse from a three-goal advantage against Feyenoord in the Champions League on Tuesday night. Following a disappointing streak, they travel to Liverpool this week, aiming to secure a victory at Anfield in front of a crowd for the first time since 2003. Arne Slot’s team is currently at the top of the league, holding an eight-point advantage over the Blues, meaning City needs a positive result on Merseyside this Sunday. However, they are in a delicate state and seem lacking in confidence, with their breakdown in the last 15 minutes against Feyenoord being another setback. ALSO READ: ‘All I desire’ – Pep Guardiola aims for more than just a Manchester City victory at Liverpool. City are struggling without Rodri, and his absence is exacerbated by a defensive injury crisis. However, Guardiola, who is managing an aging squad, has stated that one reason for his two-year contract extension was his desire to take on the challenge of rebuilding the team. “At this football club, you have to win, and if you don’t win, you will face problems,” he noted. “I understand people are questioning why Pep isn’t facing any consequences or being fired.” What we’ve achieved over the past eight years is the reason I have this support… “The people depend on me, the structure, the individuals.” It’s unusual for major clubs to achieve the results we’ve had, but we need to accept it. What I know for certain is that I want to remain.
