Nolito credited Luis Enrique for helping him realize his true potential by convincing him to give up cakes and Coke as he prepares to face his former coach when Manchester City visits Barcelona in the Champions League.
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Spain forward Nolito played under the stewardship of Luis Enrique at Barcelona B, before reuniting with him at Celta Vigo in 2013.
Nolito almost returned to Camp Nou in January before ultimately moving to Manchester City but says the 46-year-old has been crucial for his career.
"Luis Enrique appeared at a moment in my career where it was either take a step forward or a step back," he said in an interview with the Guardian.