Pep Guardiola surprised by Raheem Sterling’s comments on Manchester City future

Sterling, whose contract at the Etihad Stadium expires at the end of next season, said this week he would be “open” to a move elsewhere if it meant more minutes on the field

Raheem Sterling has been urged to do his talking on the pitch by Pep Guardiola (Barrington Coombs/PA)

Pep Guardiola has expressed surprise at comments from Raheem Sterling that he would consider leaving Manchester City.

The City manager, however, admits he could understand why players would want more game time.