Pep Guardiola thinks Gabriel Jesus is getting “better and better” for Manchester City – but says Sergio Aguero is “irreplaceable”.
The 22-year-old scored both of City’s goals in their 2-1 win at home to Everton on New Year’s Day, taking his tally for the season to 13 in all competitions.
As Aguero has struggled with injuries in recent months the goalscoring mantle has fallen on Jesus’ shoulders, and the Brazilian has impressed his manager with his application.
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“He is young and we cannot forget it, but the way he fights is good and of course he has to improve, but every day he is better and better,” Guardiola told reporters.