Manchester City star Benjamin Mendy reveals he joined the club thanks to Pep Guardiola… and now wants to win the Premier League
Former Monaco left-back claims Spanish chief played a major role in him opting to head to the Etihad Stadium this summer
MANCHESTER CITY star Benjamin Mendy has revealed he joined the club thanks to Pep Guardiola... and now wants to win the Premier League.
The ex-Monaco man, 23, claims the Spanish chief played a major role in him opting to head to the Etihad this summer.
Mendy also added he wants to dominate English football and become the world's best full-back.
On joining City, Mendy said: “I wanted to taste football abroad and leave with my head held high, and Guardiola played a great role in my decision.
“We talked frankly about football and philosophy, and he is a continuation of the excellent coaches I have had.
"I am proud of the start I’ve had to my career.”
“Can I become the best left-back in the world? Why not?
“There is a long way to go, but with work anything is possible. It's not completely crazy.
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“The objective for this season? Win two or three titles with Manchester City...
"We have one of the best projects in Europe and we want to continue writing the history of this club."
Mendy has already turned out five times for City since his mega-money summer switch.