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'He makes me a better manager… we will have dinner one day in the hall of fame': Pep Guardiola insists he respects Jurgen Klopp 'a lot' after their title-chasing sides played out entertaining 2-2 draw

Pep Guardiola had nothing but good things to say about title rival Jurgen Klopp after their sides played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon.

City twice led on the day, through Kevin De Bruyne and Gabriel Jesus, but Liverpool responded through Diogo Jota and Sadio Mane.

Speaking about Klopp after the game, Guardiola said: 'I don't know if Jurgen respect me but I respect him a lot,' said Guardiola. 'He makes me a better manager... his teams are positive, aggressive and they want to attack.