Riyad Mahrez sends a message ahead of Leeds United clash

Riyad Mahrez has spoken out on the upcoming game against Leeds United as Manchester City prepare for their Premier League return following the World Cup break.

Leeds prepare to host City on Wednesday, December 28. The Whites are currently 15th in the league table, meanwhile, City are 3rd with 8 points behind league leaders Arsenal.

Speaking ahead of the game, Mahrez said via ManCity.com: "We have to hit the ground running. We are not currently top of the Premier League and that is where we want to be.

"We will take it game by game but our aim to try to win another title. There are lots of strong teams in England who could still win the league so we are not just focused on Arsenal, although they have been very good so far. If we want to win the league, we will have to be ready as soon as the league starts again.

"Leeds are a big club and it's a hard place to go but we know what to expect from them. We will be prepared for it and hopefully we can come away with the three points."

source - LeedsLive