Xavi: Pep can change English football

Guardiola started work at Manchester City manager this summer and the Catalan boss has received glowing praise from one of his former stars.

"He changed world football. He did not just change Barca, he changed world football. I think he is one of the few people who can change English football," Xavi said during a 'Sky Sports' ​documentary about the manager.

The former Barcelona star then went on to praise the work-rate and playing style of Guardiola's teams.

"The first thing I remember him saying as a coach was that he would not tolerate any player not working hard," he said.

"'This is the only thing that I require, that you work hard for the group'. This was a surprise for us. The high pressing was brilliant. It was a real football revolution, a modern kind of football.

"Within a few years, no one played long balls anymore. Even Real Madrid changed their style. Pep's first year started this football revolution. We made history. Not just for the victories, but also for the way we played".

Do you think Guardiola will change English football?