Pep Guardiola has issued a public apology to one of his players over a lack of playing time this season, admitting that he 'deserves' more minutes on the pitch.
Manchester City boast one of the deepest squads in Europe, meaning that players are never guaranteed regular action - even if they are attributed with a hefty price tag.
The player in question has fallen victim to City's strength in numbers, starting only 12 games and registering just 1,198 minutes this term.
A winger by trade, he has seen Guardiola opt for more youthful options in recent times, with electrifying talents Jeremy Doku and Savinho often getting the nod.