Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola denies blanking Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas after Saturday's defeat.

Post-match footage showed Fabregas attempt to greet his former manager as players and staff shook hands following the Blues' 3-1 victory at the Etihad.

However, Guardiola appeared to dodge the midfielder's offer of a handshake, sending viewers into a frenzy on social media.

"I said hello to Cesc in the dressing room," he said ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash with Celtic. "On the field I didn't realise he was trying to greet me.

"I don't want to speak about the referee in the match either, it is best not too.

"We have to accept Sergio Aguero's absence and work with other players."