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'We are struggling at the moment': Ilkay Gundogan admits Manchester City are not their usual best at present as Pep Guardiola reveals he almost took German off before he scored sublime free-kick

Ilkay Gundogan has said that Manchester City still haven't found top gear this season despite a strong second-half display against Porto.

Gundogan scored a sublime free-kick in City's 3-1 Group C victory in the Champions League on Wednesday night.

City did, however, go behind through Luis Diaz's goal in the first half which exposed frailties in Pep Guardiola's defence.

Ilkay Gundogan scored Manchester City's second goal in the 3-1 win over Porto at the Etihad

And while City have won two of their opening four Premier League games, Gundogan believes they are still some way off their best.

He said: 'If I'm being honest we are struggling at the moment.