Jeremy Doku has opened up about his remarkable transformation since joining Manchester City, revealing how the club's relentless winning culture has reshaped his mentality both on and off the pitch.
The electric Belgian winger has been a key figure in City's thrilling run-in, delivering standout performances when it matters most. His stunning brace in the 3-3 draw at Everton and the opening goal in last week's 3-0 victory over Brentford have kept Pep Guardiola's side in the hunt for a historic domestic treble.
In an exclusive interview ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley, Doku reflected on his growth under Guardiola's guidance. "I've learnt to win games. That's the difference from where I came," he said. "At Man City, the demand is higher, more quality players, also they expect you to win every game."
The 22-year-old winger, who arrived from Rennes last summer, emphasized how the club's unique environment has helped him adapt to a new level of pressure. "You play more finals, more of these types of games, always in the race for something. It's just that different type of pressure I've learnt how to cope with. It's a special club because of the consistency."
Doku's assessment of City's internal culture - humble, collective, and driven - mirrors the sentiments expressed by departing stars like Aymeric Laporte and Ilkay Gundogan. "Everyone that works here is working towards the same goal. Everyone is nice, humble, just working. I feel we all just want to maintain the level and try reach our goals," he added.
Looking ahead to the Wembley showdown, Doku issued a clear warning about Chelsea's threat. The London side, despite their inconsistent season, possess dangerous counter-attacking weapons that could trouble City's defense. "Chelsea are dangerous on the break," he cautioned. "They have quality players who can hurt you if you give them space. The FA Cup final will be interesting."
With City chasing silverware on multiple fronts and Doku hitting his stride at the perfect moment, Saturday's final promises to be a fascinating tactical battle between two teams with contrasting styles but equal ambition.
