Pep Guardiola confirms the need for a new full-back in the summer transfer window

Find out what Pep Guardiola said about Manchester City's need for a new full-back in the summer transfer window.

Undoubtedly an underwhelming season for Man City, it seems Guardiola already has one eye on the summer transfer window.

The full-back department is an area that has been highlighted as a weakness in recent months, further accentuated since Kyle Walker made the move to Italian outfit AC Milan.

Nico O'Reilly, primarily known as a midfielder, has been deployed at left-back recently, truly making himself known when entering the field as a half-time substitute in Man City's 2-1 FA Cup win away at Bournemouth, with the 20 year old recording two assists.

He added to his plaudits when registering a goal in the Citizens' 5-2 win over Crystal Palace. That said, Guardiola has been quick to call attention to Man City's need for a full-back, irrespective of O'Reilly's form.

In an interview following Man City's most recent victory, Guardiola stated, “We will need a new full-back in the summer, obviously. Nico O’Reilly is helping, but he's not a left-back”.

While the main focus will be ensuring that his side will be playing in next season's UEFA Champions League campaign, it seems Guardiola already knows what his team could need to get back to their formidable selves.

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Ellis Statham

• Manchester City F.C.
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