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Manchester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho insists he is buying into Pep Guardiola's work ethic

Manchester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho has insisted he has a good relationship with manager Pep Guardiola despite making only three appearances for the club this year.

Iheanacho, 20, scored his eighth goal of the season coming off the bench against Huddersfield but has not started a game since being taken off at half-time against Burnley on January 2.

The Nigerian's long-term prospects have also been hampered by the £27million signing of Brazilian Gabriel Jesus but he says: 'When you are not playing you need to train harder. You need to keep faith.

Manchester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho believes he is working hard to get into the team
Manchester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho believes he is working hard to get into the team
The striker said Pep Guardiola is a stickler for work ethic and is demanding of his players
The striker said Pep Guardiola is a stickler for work ethic and is demanding of his players

'Of course I've got a good relationship with the manager .