Pep Guardiola names favorite English midfielder — and it's not Steven Gerrard

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Pep Guardiola has departed Manchester City after a trophy-laden decade at the club, overseeing remarkable success while leading some of the best players in the worldPep Guardiola has left Manchester City after a decade of success(Image: Getty Images)Pep Guardiola is one of the most respected minds in the game — and the Spaniard gave his thoughts on the age-old debate surrounding Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard, and Paul Scholes.The Etihad Stadium was an emotional place on Sunday as Manchester City supporters said their goodbyes to Guardiola. Guardiola has shaped how soccer is played in the Premier League, doing so with some of the best players in the history of the sport.His eye for talent is arguably unparalleled, and when speaking to Rio Ferdinand on the former Manchester United defender’s podcast, Guardiola was asked to pick between Gerrard, Lampard, and Scholes.

I think he had everything but the other two, come on, Frank and Steven Gerrard changed this… Paul Scholes is my favorite.”Paul Scholes is often picked as one of most underrated players of his generation(Image: Getty Images)All three names are among the most talented players England has ever produced, but they failed to effectively play alongside one another. Speaking during his appearance on Ferdinand’s podcast, he said: “We were all egotistical losers.“We weren't friendly or connected.

We never at any stage became a real good, strong team.”Meanwhile, Guardiola will take up a role as a Global Ambassador for the City Football Group once he steps away from his touchline duties. He will soon transition to give technical advice to the clubs in the group, working on specific projects and collaborations.Along with the FA Cup and League Cup champions, City Football Group runs nine other clubs across the world, meaning Guardiola will certainly have his hands full in his new role.