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Steve McManaman Praises Pedri as the Best in Barcelona This Season
Former Liverpool and Real Madrid star Steve McManaman has picked who he believes is Barcelona’s standout player this season.
Rather than going with the more obvious names like Raphinha or young sensation Lamine Yamal, McManaman singled out Pedri as the club’s most impressive performer.
He shared his thoughts after Barcelona’s dominant 4-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final. Lewandowski netted twice, with Raphinha and Yamal also on the scoresheet as Hansi Flick’s side cruised to victory.
Commenting during TNT Sports’ coverage, McManaman said, “Everyone talks about the front three—Lewandowski, Yamal, Raphinha—but for me, Pedri is their best player. He’s such a joy to watch.”
He reflected on Pedri’s journey, saying, “He came through as a teenage sensation, then had that bad injury which slowed him down. But now he’s back and playing brilliantly. I’ve always been a big admirer.”
Chelsea player Enzo Fernández is in discussions to join Manchester City. This information was revealed by Fabrizio Romano, who shared that the two clubs are discussing a potential deal.
He wrote: “Enzo Fernández has a verbal agreement with Manchester City on personal terms.
“Deal depends on club-to-club decision, as #MCFC have not sent an official bid yet, but contacts will take place soon; decision on price is up to Chelsea.
“Enzo could be out again this weekend.”
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca mentions his captains for the team. He mentions Rúben Dias and Erling Haaland.
He shared “We have experienced players. For sure, we have leaders. Now we need to wait four or five more days until the transfer window closes to see if we can add one or two more captains to Ruben [Dias] and Erling , who at the moment are the two captains.”
Maresca confirmed the pair as part of his leadership group ahead of the 2026/27 season, with two more captains expected to be selected after the transfer window closes.
Chelsea manager speaks on the team and shares thoughts on considering a change in goalkeepers, giving another goalkeeper, Mike Penders, a chance.
“Penders is part of the squad, so he has an opportunity. We will decide and then I am giving the team tomorrow to the players, so I prefer to respect that they know first.”
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