Manchester City assistant manager Juanma Lillo says Pep Guardiola is happy after his back surgery this week.

Lillo will take charge as Guardiola recovers for Saturday's clash with Sheffield United.

"The contact is continuous," Lillo said.

"Pep is watching Sheffield [United] right now. What's important is his health. It doesn't keep him from being who he is. He's fully focused on the match.

"He is telling us the surgery has been successful, his recovery has to take the necessary time. He feels fine."

Lillo also touched on the arrival of Jeremy Doku from Rennes and Bernardo Silva's new contract.

"The team is at a good level, you've seen him [Doku], he has specific qualities. He can definitely help," Lillo said.

"Every time a new player arrives, we think they are going to bring something and help the team globally. It's not about him and placing responsibility on him."

He added: "Bernardo is that kind of player who, in order to look at his importance, you look at his past. His importance is plain to see."