“When we return to normality, when we start training again outside, we have to be ready.”

The defender has explained that he, and the other City stars, are all following the government’s coronavirus guidelines, and are keeping themselves to themselves as much as possible.

“We have the same protocol as has been given out in all countries: stay at home as much as possible, don’t go out in the street, don’t shake hands with anyone,” he said.

“If you go to the supermarket and you see someone you know, say hello to them, but don’t shake their hands or get close to them.”