Former Real Madrid right back Danilo says Pep Guardiola is the reason why he snubbed Chelsea to join Manchester City.
The Brazilian was wanted by both Premier League clubs but he eventually decided to join the Citizens.
The 26-year-old has signed a five-year deal and will join City on their pre-season tour of the United States.
"It wasn't a difficult decision to choose City over Chelsea," he is quoted as saying by Sky Sports.
"The moment City called me and Pep called me, I knew what I had to do. Pep's words motivated me to be ready for this.
"It was very fast. I was training with Real Madrid and Pep called me and I was very motivated to make this change and start to work with him.
"[Zinedine] Zidane tried to make me stay but I was sure I needed to change. I needed to think a bit more about myself and find a place where I had more options."
