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Fernandinho insists Aguero ability was never in doubt

The Manchester City midfielder has offered Sergio Aguero words of encouragement following the striker's return to the starting XI

Sergio Aguero's ability was never in doubt despite his time out of Manchester City's starting XI, says team-mate Fernandinho.

The Argentina striker has been prolific at the Etihad Stadium since arriving from Atletico Madrid in July 2011, but doubts have emerged as to whether boss Pep Guardiola sees him as part of his long-term vision for the club.

Aguero lost his place in the starting line-up after Gabriel Jesus made a superb start to life at City following his arrival from Palmeiras, before injury brought an end to his season.