Relief for Pep Guardiola as Man City finally agree permanent deal for marauding wing-back

Pep Guardiola’s Man City side have begun the defence of their Premier League crown in ominous fashion.

After easing past Chelsea 2-0 in the opening game, they swept aside new boys Ipswich Town 4-2 at the weekend, a result that puts the Cityzens at the top of the table.

By the time they travel to West Ham United on Saturday evening, the transfer window will have closed for business again, and Pep’s squad will be settled at least until January.

There is still time to get deals done of course...