The best pictures as Manchester City trained ahead of facing Everton on New Year's Day.

Pep Guardiola’s men returned to the training turf at the City Football Academy ahead of our clash with the Toffees.

However, if you’re hoping to see Kevin De Bruyne Jnr. in action again, you’re likely to be disappointed. He took a deserved day off after yesterday’s action.

Despite the gruelling fixture schedule, the players were in high spirits after the 2-0 victory over Sheffield United on Sunday.

It was a session filled with smiles, happiness and plenty of sun, which is a fitting way to end a hugely successful 2019 for the squad.

Here are the best images from the training session.