Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Manchester United at Old Trafford (kick-off 12:30 GMT). Here are the key lines from his news conference:

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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has spoken to the press ahead of the clash against rivals Manchester United this weekend.