Pep won’t shut door on Hart

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Pep Guardiola claims his decision to leave out Joe Hart for Manchester City’s clash with Sunderland could prove a one-off, and gave no indication that the goalkeeper could be sold.

The new City head coach sprang a surprise in his first match in charge by dropping the England goalkeeper in favour of Willy Caballero.

The decision is certain to fuel speculation over the 29-year-old’s future but Guardiola says his thinking could change for Tuesday’s Champions League qualifier at Steaua Bucharest.

The Spaniard, who saw his side beat Sunderland 2-1 in their Premier League opener, said: “Of course he can play. All the players in the squad can play.

“I have a lot of respect for Joe, a lot of respect for his career. I know how good a goalkeeper he is, but today I decided for Willy. That is all.

“I think …

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