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De Bruyne: Pep has changed me
- Updated: September 8, 2016
Kevin De Bruyne insists new Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has changed his role within the team.
De Bruyne and City are preparing for a huge clash away at rivals Manchester United on Saturday, live on Sky Sports 1 HD, putting Guardiola up against Jose Mourinho for the first time in the Premier League.
The 25-year-old Belgian has enjoyed a fine start to the season with City, who have won all three of their Premier League fixtures under Guardiola, and De Bruyne has given an insight into how the Spaniard has altered the style at the Etihad.
In an exclusive interview, De Bruyne told Sky Sports: “It has been a good three weeks for us. The way we try to play is very positive and it’s really enjoyable for the players to play in this kind of system, where you play nice football. It helps also when you win.
“My position is totally different from last year. It’s not too defensive, but I know I will be more of a creator but have to help my team-mates up front more to get them the ball. They will do more of the finishing this year but I really enjoy it so far.
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