Manchester City's new signing Nico Gonzalez has revealed his father's link with the Premier League champions convinced him leave Porto for the Etihad Stadium.

New Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez says it was "so easy" to join the club as working with Pep Guardiola can help him reach his "full potential". The 23-year-old was a £50m arrival from Porto on transfer deadline day and became City's fourth signing of the January window.

Nico Gonzalez says his father told him joining Manchester City ‘the best thing’ - The former Barcelona prospect believes his style and City’s are a perfect match.