City, bidding for a fifth Premier League in succession, have endured a dismal start to their title defence.

Guardiola had never lost five games in a row before his side’s current run, while City have now conceded two or more goals in six successive matches for the first time since 1963.

Indeed, their last Premier League encounter saw Guardiola’s men fall to a 4-0 home loss to Tottenham.

Guardiola, who committed to a new contract last month, has emphasised a dedication to rejuvenate his flailing squad.

"I don't want to run.” he said via Express.co.uk. “I want to be there and rebuild the team in many aspects from now on until the end of the season and next season."

Indeed, according to Express.co.uk, City will enter the January transfer window with a £200million budget.

Guardiola had already allegedly been promised a £100m to strengthen the squad for the second half of the season, if necessary. However, his side’s recent slump is said to have seen that war chest instantly doubled.

The additional funds will reportedly be used to bring in the likes of Real Sociedad central midfielder Martin Zubimendi (£60million), Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres (£65million) and Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes (£75million).