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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Richard Jolly

Pep Guardiola expects Kevin de Bruyne to be named next Man City captain

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Pep Guardiola has hinted that Kevin de Bruyne will be named Fernandinho’s successor as Manchester City captain.

City’s players will vote next week but Guardiola believes De Bruyne, who has been wearing the armband in pre-season and is likely to lead them in Saturday’s Community Shield, is a strong candidate.

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