Guardiola, however, noted that he “would not be relaxed” if he were four points ahead of the second-placed team.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola, has admitted he envies Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, saying he would love to be in the Gunners’ position in the Premier League title race.
The Spanish tactician made the comment ahead of his team’s FA Cup fourth-round tie against Salford on Saturday.
Despite their 1-1 draw at Brentford on Thursday night, Arsenal remain top of the table, four points clear of second-placed Man City.
As Guardiola prepares his team for their FA Cup tie, he argues Arsenal are in a commanding position.
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He, however, noted that he “would not be relaxed” if he were four points ahead of the second-placed team.
Speaking ahead of the Salford clash, he told reporters: “I would prefer to be in Arsenal’s position than ours.”
“If I was four points in front, with 12 games left, I would not be relaxed. Imagine being four points behind; I am less relaxed.”
Meanwhile, Arsenal will have the chance to move seven points clear when they travel to Wolves next Wednesday.
