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Patrick Vieira is looking forward to picking Pep Guardiola's brain as he works his way up the coaching ladder.

After two-and-a-half years with Manchester City EDS, the former Arsenal midfielder moved to City's sister club in New York to get his first experience as a first team coach.

The early signs are promising, with NYCFC topping the standings in the MLS Eastern Conference after 26 games despite a 7-0 derby drubbing that made transatlantic headlines.

Vieira has already observed the City boss at close quarters and Guardiola is one of a number of high profile coaches the Frenchman can phone or go to for any help or advice.

“He’s a really good fit [for City] because he’s a really demanding coach, got clear principles, a really strong personality and you know what he wants on and off the field,” he said.

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“When I did my Pro Licence, I spent a week at Bayern Munich watching Guardiola and I have a really good relationship with him.

"All the good coaches I’ve had, I have a really good relationship with. I’m in contact with Arsène, with [José] Mourinho.

"If I have something that I struggle with and I want someone with experience, I know I can pick up a phone and give them a call.”

“When the season finishes I’m planning to go and see some of the coaches that I really like and spend a few days with them - if they want of course - and try to take something from them.”