Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has again defended the sales of Gabriel Jesus and Oleks Zinchenko to Arsenal.

The pair have been instrumental in Arsenal's Premier League leadership.

Guardiola said: “When they want to leave they cannot stay.

“I wish the best for Gabriel and Oleks. They are fantastic people, and they helped us a lot. I never say one player leave, it's the club and it's their decision.

“Erling and Julian came and it's difficult for Gabriel. What happened with Gabriel is normal. It was a good deal.

“For the players that were here, Gabriel, Raheem, Oleks. I have a big thank you for what they have done for us.

“It was a good transfer for the club. We are not in the position we are because we do not have Oleks or Gabriel."