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'All managers need time' - Guardiola happy with Manchester City's progress

Ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby, the former Barca boss is confident his side have now adapted fully to his philosophy

Pep Guardiola believes his Manchester City side are now firmly accustomed to his philosophy and have become an impressively stable team.

City host rivals Manchester United on Sunday, with Jose Mourinho's side having come out on top in a five-goal thriller in the corresponding fixture last term.

The champions sit two points clear at the top of the Premier League table after 11 games this season, though, and a win at Etihad Stadium would put further pressure on nearest rivals Liverpool and Chelsea.