Kevin De Bruyne netted a sweet strike as Manchester City completed their preparations for the midweek game against Stoke.

Kevin De Bruyne netted a sweet strike as Manchester City completed their preparations for the midweek game against Stoke.

The Belgian demonstrated his sharpshooting when playfully challenged by one of the Blues’ kit men, with a superb effort from distance that left the makeshift ‘keeper rooted to the spot.

The midfielder was obviously in a mischievous mood as he can also be seen testing the nerve of the CityTV cameraman, by knocking a few balls his way.

Long term absentees aside, Pep Guardiola oversaw a fully fit squad at the City Football Academy on Tuesday, including skipper Vincent Kompany, who was seen showcasing his passing range with Fabian Delph.

The manager confirmed the defender has been training regularly at his pre-match press conference, as he nears a return from injury.