The Digest:
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has issued a stark ultimatum to his squad ahead of the brief Christmas break, warning that any player who returns overweight will be excluded from the crucial Premier League match against Nottingham Forest.
Key Points:
- Pep Guardiola has warned Manchester City players not to return from the Christmas break overweight.
- He stated any player who comes back “with three kilos more” will not travel to face Nottingham Forest on December 27.
- Guardiola confirmed the squad was weighed before the short festive break for monitoring.
- He emphasised that while players can enjoy Christmas, the condition upon return is a selection criterion.
- The manager described his warning as “the truth,” not an attempt to pressure the squad unnecessarily.
- Guardiola’s approach highlights his famous demand for discipline and peak physical condition.
- Manchester City are in a tight title race where every match and player’s readiness is critical.
Sources: Manchester City Official Channels
