Doku talks about growth: Manchester City’s transformation from rampage to ease

Belgian winger Doku, who made his debut at the Etihad Stadium, recently revealed to the media his transformation from a reckless rookie to a tactical core. The 23-year-old breakthrough player admitted that Guardiola's tactical guidance made him realize that controlling the rhythm is more valuable than relying solely on speed.

Accumulated 250+ professional match experience and is about to reach the milestone of 100 games for Manchester City.

This season, & of the Premier League has contributed key breakthrough data to both teams in the Champions League.

After joining the team in 2023, he has won four top-level championships with the team.

The Belgian Flying Wing admitted that when he first landed in Manchester City, he always tried to use speed to crush the defense, but now he knows how to assess the situation better. The secret of rhythm control taught by the coaching staff allows him to find the perfect balance between "high-speed assault and overall control". This transformation is not only reflected in personal data, but also reflected in Blue Moon's strong performance in the new season.

The cake maker meets the finishing machine

When asked about the chemical reaction with Haaland, Doku could not hide his excitement. The Norwegian center's recent horrific statistics - 24 goals in 14 games and scoring in 12 consecutive games - seem to him to be a matter of course. The assist master likened the strike partner to an "insatiable perpetual motion machine" and emphasized that the tacit understanding between the two is creating new tactical possibilities.

The healthy game of the championship team

The whole team follows Guardiola's "excellence never ends" coaching philosophy

In tactical meetings, offensive and defensive scenario simulations are often conducted

The rotation system ensures that each position maintains top competitiveness.

In the Manchester City locker room, Doku saw the aggressive ecology unique to top giants. The energy field formed by young players and championship veterans allows the team to quickly regroup even after experiencing a short trough in the 2024/25 season. Facing the multi-line journey in the new season, the Belgian confidently said: "We are always ready to create new legends."

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