Guardiola heaps praises on British-Nigerian player after his third goal in three games

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has heaped praises on young British-Nigerian winger Sam Edozie for his wonderful form in the club's pre-season games.

Born in England to Nigerian parents, the 18-year-old has been a key player for the Citizens, scoring 3 goals in 3 games during pre-season friendlies.

He only moved from the club’s U23 ranks since moving from Millwall on July 1, 2020.

Currently part of the pre-season squad, Edozie has filled the shoes of the more experienced legs during the games.

He arrived from Millwall for an initial £400,000 last year, and was in the right place at the right time to score the early opener as City beat Blackpool 4-1 on Tuesday night this week.

Edozie also scored against Preston and Barnsley in the last week, giving him a three-goal pre-season haul that only Riyad Mahrez can match.

City boss Guardiola now says the youngster has plenty of promise.

“Like all of them, as a young talent having a special quality, a guy who gets to the box with the intention to score the goal is important for wingers,” he said.


“He's an incredible young player, good pace. Be patient with him. With minutes they play good and this is important.”

They will face Leicester at Wembley in the Community Shield on Saturday, and Edozie has a chance of making the squad, with Guardiola saying last week he would be relying on 'second team' players.