Overview

• Pep Guardiola called Abdukodir Khusanov an "incredible, top signing" and said he will build a long career at Manchester City.
• Guardiola likened the defender’s recovery pace and physicality to Kyle Walker in his prime.
• Khusanov has started recent matches at right-back against Manchester United, Napoli and Arsenal, contributing to a strong run of displays.
• The Uzbekistan international joined from Lens in January 2025 and has made about 15 appearances, having also featured at centre-back.
• He was taken off at half-time at Arsenal with a foot issue, leaving short-term involvement under consideration during planned Carabao Cup rotation.