December 24-Phillips returned to the team after the World Cup and was unable to participate in team training because he was overweight. Phillips was not on the squad for Manchester City’s Carling Cup match against Liverpool.
According to the Daily Mail, Phillips was told not to train with his teammates. He has played only 94 minutes for Manchester City this season because of injuries.
To this, Guardiola’s explanation is: “he is not injured, he is overweight.” I don’t know why, he didn’t take part in training and competition. When Phillips is ready, he will play. We need him, very much. ”