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Jesus was lured to the Etihad Stadium by City in August before making the switch in January following the conclusion of the Brazilian season - where he won the title with Palmeiras.
Guardiola played a crucial role in attracting the youngster and he has enjoyed working with the Spaniard since - despite suffering a broken foot in February.
“Pep is a great coach, we all know it,” Jesus said at the launch event for the International Champions Cup in New York.
“As a person, I have the opportunity and the honour of knowing him.
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“I see he is a very good person, so that helps a lot. That’s not to say what a huge professional he is [too], that’s a big difference [from the other coaches I have worked with].”
In his five appearances before picking up the injury Jesus scored three goals for Guardiola’s side, temporarily ousting Sergio Aguero from the starting line-up.
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His absence has allowed Jesus time to settle into Manchester, and the 19-year-old is loving his new surroundings.
“I was very happy to have the opportunity of getting to know Manchester,” he added.
“It’s such a good city. I like it very much, I’m enjoying being there and getting more and more adapted.”
