Kalvin Phillips criticizes Pep Guardiola after Man City manager upsets his mother
Kalvin Phillips has criticized Pep Guardiola for publicly calling him overweight upon his return to Manchester City following the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Phillips expressed the impact of Guardiola’s remarks on his confidence and his family, especially his mum, and revealed that the situation led to taunting from Manchester United fans. Guardiola’s sparse utilization of Phillips during his time at the Etihad Stadium resulted in the England midfielder joining West Ham on loan in January. Phillips is now aiming to regain form before potentially departing City permanently in the upcoming summer transfer window.
Phillips clarified that while Guardiola was correct in pointing out his weight, he felt that there were better ways for Guardiola to address the issue. He also explained the miscommunication regarding his return to training after the Qatar tournament, emphasizing his willingness to comply if he had been given the necessary information. Overall, Phillips expressed his discontent with Guardiola’s handling of the situation and the impact it had on him and his family. Despite the setback, he remains determined to focus on his performance and future prospects in the upcoming transfer window.
