Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho is enjoying his partnership with Yaya Toure.
The pair have quickly struck an understanding.
"I have enjoyed playing with Yaya and I hope our partnership will continue to improve because that is what we are here for," Fernandinho told the Telegraph. "Yes, I like to get forward, but I also know my role for the team is very important.
"If we are playing against a strong attacking team, we need to give more protection to the back four and because Yaya goes forward quite often, I stay behind. We can change positions, though, there is no problem with that. During the match, there are occasions when you can switch and you have to be intelligent with it."
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