Pep Guardiola claims that the Premier League is a five-horse race and excludes Manchester United from the list.
As the title holders are again leading the table with 23 points, Manchester United is struggling at the 10th place with 14 points.
When asked if it was a five-horse race for the title, Guardiola replied: "I don't have any doubt about that," writes
BBC Sport.
"There are only two points difference between five or six teams. It's strong. Tottenham are always there.
"Last season we did really well in both games, but they are a top team."
Manchester City will face Tottenham on Monday.