Former Manchester City star Joleon Lescott hopes the club's surprise slump in form gives them a welcome 'kick up the backside' to get their season back on track.
Two-time Premier League winner Lescott has been shocked to see last season's Treble-winners lose three of their last four games.
Defeat to Newcastle United in the EFL Cup, an unexpected loss to Wolves and then a disappointing defeat to title-rivals Arsenal sees Pep Guardiola's side third in the Premier League and two points off the pace.