Pep Guardiola: Jose Mourinho will bring best out of me

Pep Guardiola believes the challenge of facing Jose Mourinho — and other top managers in the Premier League — can inspire him to reach new heights.

The new Manchester City boss is poised to clash with his old adversary, recently installed at rivals Manchester United, at close quarters this season.

The pair fought numerous battles during their time in Spain, when Guardiola led Barcelona and Mourinho was in charge at Real Madrid.