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MARTIN KEOWN: John Stones' absence has rocked Manchester City and Pep Guardiola will be concerned with his side's leaky defence

Manchester City have been involved in a string of scintillating games. There was the 4-4 draw with Chelsea, the 1-1 with Liverpool, the 3-2 comeback win over RB Leipzig and finally, that 3-3 thriller with Tottenham on Sunday.

But as entertaining as it has been for the neutrals, Pep Guardiola will be immensely concerned to have conceded 10 goals in four games.

Guardiola gained a new appreciation for the defensive side of the game last season when his team won the treble using an incredibly solid platform.