While Gundogan has grabbed the headlines with his goals, his midfield pal Bernardo has risen to the challenge and then some. Bernardo has been the tireless engine of a team that has motored clear of all competition in the last few months and his contribution has certainly been recognised by a grateful Guardiola.
Pep Guardiola said: “What a player. That’s all I can say. What a player. Everything he does he does incredibly well. The year we won the second Premier League in a row he was unstoppable, he was an important player for us – and he is back. I am more than pleased because I said many times he is a lovely person. As a manager you always dream to have people like Bernardo; his mum and dad must be so proud about the son that they have.”
