Pep Guardiola has again affirmed his admiration for Manchester City defender John Stones.

The Spanish boss is aware that the £47.5million summer signing is often the subject of criticism from some sections of the press.

But Guardiola was enthusiastic towards centre-back Stones after his impressive performance in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Liverpool.

"(Stones) has been criticised a lot but I love his type of attitude," Guardiola said.

"I admire all my centre-halves for their personality."