Wenger seemed in surprisingly high spirits as the press grilled the Frenchman on the usual subjects of Alexis Sanchez's future or his own continuity at Arsenal.
Leading up to pivotal game between Arsenal and Manchester City, with both teams in delicate situations, Wenger had nothing but words of praise for Pep: 'I respect him as a manager. He's had an exceptional career'.
Arsenal's lack of form and uncertainty on whether Wenger will sign a new deal or not have turned Gunners' supporters and the press against the long-serving Arsenal boss.
Rather than clarify doubts about his future he had a little fun with the journalists; still referring to Guardiola, he said jokingly: 'When he's been at Man City for 20 years will he get the same treatment?'.