Antoine Semenyo has disclosed the powerful message Pep Guardiola gave him upon his arrival at Manchester City, revealing a clear vote of confidence from the Spanish tactician.
The Ghanaian forward said the City manager’s first words focused on freedom, self-belief and staying true to his natural style of play. Semenyo explained that Guardiola encouraged him not to change who he is as a footballer, but to play with confidence and express himself fully on the pitch.
According to Semenyo, Guardiola told him: “Just continue playing your game. Play free, express yourself, shoot, dribble, do whatever feels right for you.”
The message underlines Guardiola’s philosophy of empowering players rather than restricting them, allowing attacking talents to thrive through creativity and instinct.
For Semenyo, the advice serves as a major boost as he continues his journey at one of Europe’s elite clubs, where competition is intense and expectations are high.
With Manchester City pushing on multiple fronts, the freedom granted by Guardiola is expected to help Semenyo play with confidence and make the most of opportunities when they come.
