The key men in Pep Guardiola’s backroom staff

Domenec Torrent Assistant coach Torrent has worked alongside Pep Guardiola since he began his coaching career with Barcelona B in 2007 and is arguably Guardiola’s most trusted lieutenant.

Mikel Arteta Assistant coach

The 36-year-old is a key figure on the training pitch and an important source of knowledge about English football.

Lorenzo Buenaventura Fitness coach Recruited by Guardiola when he took charge of Barcelona’s first team in 2008. Is a central figure in the planning of fitness programmes.

Carles Planchart Performance analyst Been with Guardiola since the start in 2007, he is responsible for analysing both City’s team and opponents in meticulous detail.

Rodolfo Borrell Assistant coach Joined City in 2014 as academy technical director working with the youth teams from Under-21s down to Under-9s, but is now part of Guardiola’s staff.

Xabier Mancisidor Head of goalkeeping Retained by Guardiola after the departure of Manuel Pellegrini. Was pivotal in Ederson’s adjustment to England.

Brian Kidd Assistant coach

The popular 68-year-old is a vital link to the past with a fine knowledge of English football.

Manuel Estiarte Personal assistant

Is Guardiola’s eyes, ears, confidante and lifelong friend. Officially City’s head of player support and protocol.

By James Ducker