Man City defender Manuel Akanji admits that the Premier League title is “not a target” for the club after dropping more points. Bernardo Silva put the reigning champions in front with a well

Manchester City will hope to turn around their season starting with a Boxing Day clash against Everton in the Premier League.

Pep Guardiola is today sweating over his defence ahead of Manchester City ’s Premier League clash with Everton. Ruben Dias is injured and the Spaniard has confirmed John Stones, who has only just returned to action after missing six games, is a major doubt after being replaced at half-time in the loss against Aston Villa at the weekend.