Guardiola made these comments ahead of a match against Bournemouth, which will be De Bruyne's last game for Manchester City. When asked if De Bruyne is the best passer he has seen, Guardiola replied that Messi is his top choice, with De Bruyne coming in second.

Guardiola explained that Messi's exceptional skills are evident in his ability to score goals and provide assists, especially in the final stages of the game. He praised De Bruyne's talent and the significant contributions he makes to the team.

Guardiola also emphasized that De Bruyne is a unique player who has been one of the best in Manchester City's history. He acknowledged that it's difficult to replace players like De Bruyne, but the team must move forward and build on their current season's achievements.

The manager expressed that the team knows the challenges of replacing De Bruyne, but they cannot deny their past successes and must focus on the future.