Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has explained his reasons for signing a new deal with the club.

The Spanish coach has extended his stay with the Premier League champions, as they push to finally lift the Champions League trophy.

Speaking during a press conference as City prepare to take on Liverpool in the Carabao Cup today, Guardiola outlined his passion for City and his plans for the future.

He stated: “I said many times, what I have here. Thank you so much for the confidence they have in me. Will be difficult to repay the board what they show me, the confidence. Difficult to reject how they want me to continue to do our best. I don't have enough words to express my gratitude for this club, Khaldoon, Ferran, everyone."

He then spoke about wanting to win the European Cup, adding: “It's not the only one, but I admit that's the trophy that we want. Of course, it wouldn't be complete my period here if we don't win. It's not the only reason I extend my contract.

“Absolutely not. I couldn't live, what it means the last 11 months they don't play the Champions League. Of course I will do everything in this time we are together and we are going to try, but we try before. Of course it's the trophy we don't have and we try to do it.

“I have the feeling this club, with the people who lead, sooner or later will get it. We tried in the past, the first season in the last-16 we are out. We tried with all our strength and power. Of course we will try it."