Ahead of the Carabao Cup final, Pep Guardiola reveals he wanted to play for Arsene Wenger Ahead of the Carabao Cup final, Pep Guardiola reveals he wanted to play for Arsene WengerPep Guardiola has revealed how he wanted to work with Arsene Wenger during his playing days - and how close he came to joining Arsenal, only to be told there was no space in the squad. Arsenal manager Wenger revealed during the week he was once visited by Guardiola at his home when he wanted to sign for the Gunners. That move did not materialise, but, speaking ahead of the Carabao Cup final between Manchester City and Arsenal on Sunday, City boss Guardiola told Sky Sports: "I would have liked to have played for him. Pep Guardiola and Arsene Wenger meet in the Carabao Cup final on SundayGuardiola's managerial philosophy has been compared to Wenger's in the past, and the City boss added: "He likes one type of player, with quality and respect for the ball. Asked how important it is to get off the mark at City, Guardiola said: "For the club.

Source: Sky sports February 25, 2018 06:56 UTC