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BBC Sport pundit Nedum Onuoha gives us his insight and opinion every fortnight on your Premier League club but this week he's in the hotseat answering your questions.

Andrew asked: What did you make of Mario Balotelli? As a Manchester City fan, I loved him and found it such a shame that his obvious talent was wasted.

Nedum replied: I really like Mario, so I am probably going to be biased here! I wish he had stayed with City for longer but, unfortunately, that is not always the way football works out.

Looking back, I was an adult and he was 19 years old and expected to work in one of the biggest projects of the time. City were trying to win their first title and establish themselves in cup competitions.

I loved him, and all the players did. We really appreciated his talents, even if we didn't see eye to eye with him on everything.

The environment he was in was probably too mature for him in that moment and I think he would probably admit to that now.

He is an incredible talent with a tunnel vision of himself that would rub people up the wrong way, but there were so many special moments with him.

Having spoken to him a few years ago, he wishes he had stayed at the club longer because some of the people who were signed at the same time went on to be heroes. He will wish he had been a part of that success.

Nedum Onuoha was speaking to BBC Sport's Katie Stafford

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Manchester City have lost their past four matches, which is Pep Guardiola's longest losing streak in his managerial career. The last time City lost more games in a row was a run of six under Stuart Pearce between March and April 2006.

Meanwhile, under Guardiola, City have lost more Premier League games (six) and conceded more goals in the competition (22) against Tottenham than any other side.

Where will Ruben Amorim guide Manchester United to this season?

The Devils' Advocate team - including presenter Gaz Drinkwater - have had a think about the question.

Get the full episode on BBC Sounds

Can't get enough of Pep Guardiola at the moment? There is plenty of content on the Manchester City manager across the BBC to get your teeth into.

Above is a glimpse of Pep Guardiola: Chasing Perfection - a deep dive into life as a player under the Spaniard. You can watch this in full here on BBC iPlayer.

If listening is more your thing, there is a four-part Sporting Giants podcast on Guardiola on BBC Sounds, which is available here.

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At 39 years and 302 days, Ruben Amorim will become the youngest man to take charge of Manchester United since Wilf McGuinness in August 1969 (31years and 288 days).

Meanwhile, winger Alejandro Garnacho has been directly involved in 20 Premier League goals for United (13 goals, seven assists). The only other non-British player to reach that figure for the club before turning 21 was Cristiano Ronaldo (25 - 14 goals, 11 assists).

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Pep Guardiola was given an offer of a new contract two months ago but only told Manchester City of his decision on Sunday.

He made the Football Association wait for two months when an approach was made about whether he had an interest in the England job and he wasn't convinced about that - or even staying at City - because he did not know what his lifestyle was going to be.

That was the priority. It wasn't about money, it wasn't about a sporting decision. It was: 'What do I want to do with my life because my family are not here? Do I want to spend another year in Manchester? Do I want to go to the FA and do things at a different pace? Do I want a rest?'

His conclusion was: 'I am ready for more.'

He told his very close circle on Sunday and he feels there are things to do and he has the energy for it. The Premier League is very demanding and perhaps in the past couple of years he has been physically at the limit, but he feels this year is extremely difficult with injuries to players and it will be easier next year.

Decisions will have to be made with big names who are coming to the ends of their contracts - Kevin de Bruyne's contract expires this summer and Bernardo Silva, John Stones, Kyle Walker and Ederson have deals that run out in 2026 - and he is happy to make them.

For the past month, City have been 90% sure Guardiola was going to stay but there was always the doubt.

The decision of Txiki Begiristain had nothing to do with Guardiola's future. Begiristain wanted to leave last season but was asked to stay one extra year and help with the transition - but he was ready to go for the next step in his life.

It became clear that Guardiola's demeanour had changed a bit after winning the Champions League. He had won everything. Was there more to win?

But, he has found himself with the energy to continue and he feels he can give one more year.

On this week's episode of You'll Never Beat Kyle Walker the Manchester City defender is joined by former full-back Danny Rose.

The ex-Tottenham defender revealed who proved to be a nightmare opponent during his career, stating: “There's only one that I didn't enjoy and I don't even think he's even a winger - but Bernardo Silva.

"I first played against him at Monaco and do you know when you just first look at somebody and you just think, 'oh, I've got the better of him'.

"He doesn't look strong, but he was just two steps ahead every single time. He'd go in the pocket. I couldn't tackle him, and even his ball control when he's out wide is unbelievable.

"He's the best that I've played against. He's the only one I'd probably say I'm nervous playing against.”

Listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds

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We asked for your views on Pep Guardiola, who has agreed to stay at Manchester City for at least another season.

Here are some of your comments:

Aron: Very happy he is staying. I was a bit worried he would leave at the end of the season because of the charges and what position we are in. But that is why he stayed - to help us get past this stage. It is going to be hard for him with Rodri, Ruben Dias, John Stones etc all injured and Kevin de Bruyne not at his best form. Good luck.

Jon: Excellent news. He can stay forever as far as I'm concerned. Pep extending his contract is the news that every other club hates to hear.

David: Great news for the club, the players, backroom staff and especially for the fans, particularly the option of an extra year on top. The man is the best there has ever been and that is no disrespect to others with claims to that title either.

Danny: What a privilege to have this manager grace the Premier League with another season. Best manager in this league EVER.

Abdal: Really happy. I could not imagine life without him.

Manchester City are exploring a move for 21-year-old RB Leipzig and France centre-back Castello Lukeba as they look to revamp their defence. (Football Transfers), external

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Manchester United face competition from Chelsea and Newcastle United for 17-year-old Sporting and Portugal winger Geovany Quenda. (Give Me Sport), external

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So, Pep Guardiola has agreed a contract extension at Manchester City, ending speculation the manager who has brought 18 trophies to the club might leave at the end of the season.

How are you feeling, City fans? Is this the news you were expecting or did you think the Spaniard's time at Etihad Stadium was coming to an end? And what do you feel has been the driving force behind the decision to stay?

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