Seconds after the Bees saw what they thought was their opening goal wiped away, Kevin De Bruyne whipped in a cross to Phil Foden, who found the back of the net from just a few yards out. The England international doubled City's lead in the 78th minute.

As Manchester City let a late lead slip during their 2-all draw with Brentford you did get the impression that Manchester City’s midfield couldn’t keep up with their opponent. In the game’s

City the much better team - and mustn’t let confidence drop It’s disappointing that City didn’t win on Tuesday, as it was arguably their best performance since the 2-0 opening day of the season win against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

During the closing stages of Manchester City’s 2-all draw with Brentford at the GTech Community Stadium, it did appear that Pep Guardiola’s side were running on fumes.

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to sign a striker in the ongoing winter transfer window, and they are looking to pursue a move for Ipswich City striker Liam Delap, although the North Londoners could face a significant hurdle to secure his signature due to Manchester City’s buy-back clause.