Pep Guardiola has shared huge praise for Cole Palmer, claiming Manchester City youngster has a "special quality".
The 19-year-old sparkled during the Citizens' impressive 5 - 1 win over rivals Club Brugge on Tuesday. He is the 10th-youngest English player to ever score in the Champions League. He is also the third teenage City player after Phil Foden and Kelechi Iheanacho to score in the European top tier.
"Cole has a special quality in front of the box, a talent that is difficult to find. When he has the ball there, most of the time it ends up in the net. It’s difficult to find that," Guardiola said after yesterday's match, however, urging patience with the young player.
“I know how it works with young players. We have to be calm and patient. His position is the second team but at the same time he trains with us and works with our principles.
"I am happy with the goal. He could have done a few actions a little bit better, but that is normal. It is experience.
“People in this world want things immediately and everything needs time. You cannot cook a good dish if you don't spend time in the kitchen. Take time."
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