Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has once again voiced his admiration for Rayan Cherki, emphasizing the young forward's "incredible" talent and potential. Guardiola's remarks come after Cherki's match-winning performance against Nottingham Forest, where he scored a late goal to secure a 2-1 victory for City.

The Manchester City boss has had a complex relationship with Cherki, admitting to moments of both frustration and admiration. "There are moments I shout at him and there are moments I want to kiss him, so I have that ambivalent feeling with him," Guardiola said. Despite the occasional disagreements, Guardiola is clearly determined to unlock Cherki's full potential.

Cherki, who joined Manchester City for a reported 35 million euros, has impressed fans with his dazzling skills and ability to make a difference in crucial moments. Despite being rotated in and out of the starting lineup earlier in the season, the 22-year-old has become a key player for City.

Guardiola believes the sky is the limit for Cherki, stating, "That depends on his limits, of what he wants to become – he can achieve it because he is an incredibly talented player". He also acknowledged the need to improve the team's build-up play to better utilize Cherki's talents in more advanced positions. "I want to allow him to express his incredible talent. We have to play better from the back so he can get more balls from that position," Guardiola explained.

The victory against Nottingham Forest marked City's sixth consecutive Premier League win, sending a strong message to their title rivals. Guardiola highlighted the importance of finding ways to win even when not playing at their best, a trait he believes was missing last season. "I know the memory is weak but when we won the six Premier Leagues, these types of games have a lot, so this is a massive three points," he said. He also praised Nottingham Forest's quality under manager Sean Dyche, acknowledging the difficulty of the match.

Despite Guardiola's praise, Nottingham Forest boss Dyche felt that a foul was committed in the lead-up to Cherki's winning goal, sparking a debate about the refereeing decisions.

Cherki himself has expressed his admiration for Guardiola, describing him as a "beautiful madman". This suggests a strong connection between the player and coach, which could be crucial in Cherki's development at Manchester City. With Guardiola's guidance and Cherki's undeniable talent, the future looks bright for the young Frenchman at the Etihad Stadium.