Josep Guardiola interview  Fernandinho is still important, even if the role is small this year.

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Josep Guardiola, manager of Manchester City, gave an interview before the FA Cup game against Peterborough (March 1). That the veteran midfielder Fernandinho Probably an important person in the dressing room, even though this football season has played a lot less.

Fernandinho Still the No. 1 captain, but at the age of 37 he has played in all 20 games this season, the lowest since being at City since the 2013-14 season.

However , Pep insists the Brazilian will be very important to the team in many dimensions ahead ,  behind the scenes and the UFABET game against the plum in the English Championship will start in the starting lineup.

“ I am more than satisfied with his pace. You know my opinion on Fernandinho ” Josep Guardiola said .

“ When it came to this team, that guy was constantly being used. But now he ‘s 36 years old, he’s still playing a decent amount and everything has turned out in a positive direction. ”

“ At the beginning of the season there can be a mirage in the rhythm of play. But this time I can feel it from the training meal. which with the number of games to kick more ahead We need to rely on that pillow. ” 

“ As for Fernandes ‘ contract that is about to expire , will we extend it or push it to the staff or not ? Probably not . It’s boring to death … Working with us is boring !” Pep shot the joke.  

the past Fernandinho He is one of the players that City are preparing to take on the coach after retirement with Ilkay Gundogan, who has started training for a UEFA certification .