"Manchester City" head coach Pep Guardiola recently commented on questions about the team's goalkeepers in a unique style. He spoke about rumors regarding Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia and responded to reports in the media about City's interest in him.
City selects players based on a specific plan, not every footballer
According to media reports, it is said that the "Citizens" are interested in about 500 players. Pep responded to this:
"According to reports in the media, it seems that City is interested in 500 players. I have no information about Espanyol's goalkeeper Joan Garcia. I have only been told that he is a good goalkeeper. However, I have no idea about his current form or preparation."
Personal attitude towards goalkeepers
Guardiola emphasized that he does not consider himself a specialist when working with goalkeepers. His task is to build team tactics, and only one thing is required from goalkeepers:
"I am not a specialist in goalkeeping. I cannot really say that I understand all aspects of this position. I only demand one thing from them: to stop the ball. The rest is handled by specialists."
Plans for the next season are clear
Pep Guardiola also highlighted that the main goalkeepers in the team — Ederson and Stefan Ortega — will definitely remain with City next season:
"Firstly, we discussed plans for the next season within a few weeks. Secondly, Ederson and Ortega will retain their positions. We are not dissatisfied with them at the moment."
Guardiola's statements indicate that Manchester City makes decisions based on real needs and specific observations, rather than sensational transfer rumors. The talk about Joan Garcia has not yet turned into serious negotiations.
Pep's sincere and clear attitude shows that he is not just a tactical guru in modern football, but a coach with a human approach.
