Would love if Fernandinho stayed and we will talk at end of season, claims Pep Guardiola

So much so, that Fernandinho revealed, earlier this season, that he plans to head back to his home nation this summer when his contract with Manchester City expires at the end of the current season, in the summer of 2022. However, Pep Guardiola revealed that he wasn’t aware of Fernandinho’s situation and insisted that he will aim to convince the midfielder to reverse his decision and extend his time at the club.

 “Oh. I didn't know. You give me the news. I didn't hear it. We will see what happens. I don't know what will happen. He is so important. I'll ask him. At the end of the season we talk, maybe it's because of his family. I would love it [if he stayed]. We will talk. The role he plays this season, I like the people who behave behind the scenes. I know what he has done, behind me, he handles many of our players and stars for the benefit of the team,” Guardiola said in his press conference.