Guardiola backs Fernandinho for defensive role as Brazil recall looms

Pep Guardiola believes Fernandinho can thrive as a centre-back during the final years of his career as the influential Manchester City midfielder prepares to make an international return with Brazil. Guardiola raised eyebrows by selecting the 33-year-old in hybrid centre-back/defensive-midfield role for last weekend’s 3-1 win over Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium, with Fernandinho dropping […]

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