Joao Cancelo exits Manchester City on poor terms, blocks club’s fans on social media

The legendary manager has shifted his focus on winning titles as a team, not as an individual.

Joao Cancelo exits Manchester City on poor terms, blocks club’s fans on social media

Joao Cancelo signs for the Bavarians(image via Marca)

Joao Cancelo’s departure from Manchester City leaves fans shocked and disappointed. On Monday afternoon, news broke that City had agreed to loan the Portuguese star to Bayern Munich before the transfer window closes on Tuesday night. Bayern Munich also holds the option to buy the fullback at the end of the season.

Joao Cancelo’s place in the starting lineup had been uncertain since returning from the World Cup, but his recent vocal displeasure at being an unused substitute and disruptive behavior in the dressing room took fans by surprise.

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The 28-year-old former Juventus star has also shown his displeasure with a section of City’s fan base by blocking several of the club’s larger social media fan accounts. This has sparked rumors and jokes on Twitter, one of the fans said “He going to be releasing a City diss track soon, after all it did work really well for Shakira.” talking about the recent controversy between Gerrard Pique and Shakira.

In the Premier League, he has made 16 appearances and played 1279 minutes, scoring 2 goals and assisting 1. The former Euro Cup winner has also received 3 yellow cards and 1 red card during his time in the league. Additionally, he has won 1.6 aerial duels per game and has been named Man of the Match once. With a rating of 7.03. In the Champions League, Cancelo has made 5 appearances and played 378 minutes. He has assisted 3 goals.

Turkish giants Fenerbahce are pursuing Kyle Walker, while Nathan Ake and Rico Lewis have taken over as Guardiola’s first-choice full-backs. Some fans hope that Bayern Munich buys Cancelo or he plays with the reserves.

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Pep Guardiola sends clear message to Man City players: win titles as a team, not individuals

Guardiola and Cancelo (Image via Bavarian media works)

Pep Guardiola has been building a team-first mentality at City for several years, and the move to let Cancelo leave is a clear reflection of that. The manager has stressed repeatedly that any player not happy can leave and that titles must be won as a team, not by individuals.

Guardiola’s tough call on Cancelo has sent a shockwave through the squad, with many players likely rethinking their own futures at the club. Some players, however, have already shown a reaction to Guardiola’s message. Kyle Walker, Aymeric Laporte, and Bernardo Silva have all been recalled to the side, showing a desire to win their place back in the team.

Rico Lewis and Nathan Ake, praised by the former Barcelona manager, continue to lead by example. Ake has a positive attitude despite not playing regularly in previous seasons, and Lewis makes others around him play better. These two players, along with Cancelo’s replacement, have shown a fire to win another Premier League title.

Despite Guardiola’s tough call, City fans will never forget Cancelo’s contributions to the last two title wins. The Portuguese international had incredible form, scoring stunning goals with his brilliant right foot. However, if Cancelo wasn’t willing to show fire for the collective effort this season, his exit supports Guardiola’s message to the remaining squad.

The Catalan’s decision to allow Cancelo to leave on loan has sent a clear message to the City squad. The manager wants his players to push each other and show a fight to win their place back in the team. Titles must be won as a team, not by individuals.

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