Pep Guardiola says he is expecting the “best” from Manchester United even though Manchester City will start Sunday’s derby as red-hot favourites to extend their dominance over their rivals.
City have won five of their past six matches against United in all competitions and are 15 points ahead of their opponents in the Premier League.
But Guardiola, whose team are chasing a second consecutive trophy treble, said he would not be taking United lightly.
“I expect the best from United, but I don’t talk about what they do, about opponents that I respect too much,” he said on Friday.
“I don’t want people to misunderstand my words.”
He added, “I know them and have a lot of respect for the institution, United of course, Erik (ten Hag) and the players but when I see what we have to do my players will know it today and tomorrow.”
Guardiola said despite United’s disappointing season, they still carry a threat.
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