The Blues boss was asked everything from the Manchester derby defeat to whether he will try and catch the Northern Lights. Guardiola spoke about new signing Marc Guehi after the defender completed his move from Crystal Palace, while he also reflected on the disappointing derby day defeat at Old Trafford.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Manchester United at Old Trafford (kick-off 12:30 GMT). Here are the key lines from his news conference:

Pep Guardiola press conference ahead of Manchester City's Champion's League clash with Bodo/Glimt.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has spoken to the media ahead of the FA Cup third round tie with Exeter City

Watch: Pep Guardiola’s Manchester derby press conference It’s the 198th edition on Saturday with a 12:30 (UK) kick-off and will see City travel to Old Trafford looking to do the double over our neighbours this season following a 3-0 win on home soil.

A six-minute review to disallow a Semenyo goal against Newcastle brought an impassioned response from the City manager.

It was a dream December for Pep Guardiola as Manchester City went unbeaten all month. January has been stark in comparison. Stuttering form in the league was eviscerated in the Manchester derby when United swept a woeful City aside 2-0.