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Riyad Mahrez says Manchester City players have the 'right mentality' to retain the Premier League title and that they'll take 'more confidence' into Europe after their disappointing Champions League final defeat

Riyad Mahrez insisted that Manchester City will not suffer from complacency as they bid to retain the Premier League title.

City finished 12 points clear last season and have been installed as favourites ahead of starting their defence at Tottenham on Sunday.

Mahrez also claimed they have unfinished business in the Champions League after the 1-0 defeat by Chelsea in May's final.

Riyad Mahrez says Manchester City have the 'right mentality' to retain the title this season
City go into the new campaign as favourites after winning the league last year by 12 points

'A normal human being always becomes complacent when you start winning things,' Mahrez said.

'That's human nature.