A man about town this week, Pep Guardiola. And one with an extra spring in his step.
Manchester City had controlled their season opener, calmly holding out a palm on Chelsea’s forehead and avoiding any erratic punching. Twenty-four hours later, their manager popped into one of his favourite haunts.
Salut Wines is about half a mile away from where Guardiola resides, near the cathedral. When he cheerily nipped in on Monday evening, it was becoming increasingly likely that an old neighbour of whom his memories are fond would soon be coming back.