It’s the omission of the last name on that list which has been particularly problematic for Pep Guardiola, given Stones’ on-the-ball quality at the heart of the defence, as well as his ability to deputise for Rodri as an out-and-out holding midfielder.

Goals from Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai earned Liverpool a vital 2-0 win over Manchester City - and Pep Guardiola showed his class after the full-time whistle

Manchester City January arrival Nico Gonzalez is still bedding into his new surroundings but will be needed for more before the end of the season

Mo Salah and Pep Guardiola bumped into each other after the Egyptian helped Liverpool beat Manchester City 2-0 on Sunday.