Guardiola thinks Thiago is ready to play in Premier League

It is not news that Thiago Alcantara is very well liked by Klopp. Recent reports say that there has been an agreement between the player and Liverpool. Bayern just need to ok the move. 

However, despite the fact that the German coach is convinced that he wants to buy him, there are some people who doubt whether he can cope with the physical demands of the Premier League. They are also not sure whether Liverpool's style play will suit a technical player in Thiago.

Guardiola has come out in his defence though. "There's no doubt about that. A player who has played for Barcelona and Bayern Munich can play in the Premier League. Yes, of course he can play," the Man City coach said. 

Bayern want around 40 million euros, but the move could be completed for less. The pressure Thiago puts on the club to leave could be key when it comes to determining negotiations. 

Although Guardiola is still not sure what Thiago is going to decide, he considers the Bayern player to be "an exceptional player." Pep coached Thiago both at Barca and Bayern in the past.