Marc Guehi discusses surprise move made by Enzo Maresca during Bournemouth victory.

On a sunny Sunday afternoon, something unexpected happened on the football field - Marc Guehi, a defender for Manchester City, was selected to play in the midfield position. Despite being a surprise choice, Guehi flourished in his new role under the guidance of Enzo Maresca, the new manager of the team. Alongside summer signing Elliot Anderson, the English international took his place in the center of the pitch at the Etihad stadium.

However, things didn't start off smoothly for Guehi and his team. When Marcus Tavernier of Bournemouth scored a goal in the 26th minute, Maresca's gamble seemed to be backfiring. But after a long wait, Guehi turned the tables by scoring an equalizer in the 84th minute, much to the delight of the City fans.

As the clock ticked into injury time, Josko Gvardiol scored a brilliant goal to secure a victory for the team. This was a significant moment for Guehi, who has spent most of his career playing as a center-back. He relished the opportunity to play in a more advanced role, especially in the first Premier League game of the season.

In an interview with BBC, he expressed his joy at playing in the midfield and credited his teammates for their support and assistance. It's worth noting that Maresca had other options on the bench, such as Nico Gonzalez and Mateo Kovacic. However, he chose Guehi to partner with Anderson, and it paid off.

In a post-match press conference, he explained that he had always believed in Guehi's abilities and had even tried him out in midfield during training sessions. The victory against Bournemouth was a crucial one for Maresca, who narrowly avoided dropping points in his first Premier League game as City's boss. However, he knows that there is still work to be done, and the team needs to continue improving to achieve their goals.

In the midst of this success, there is also some speculation about Manchester City's potential signing of Moroccan midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille. This could mean that Guehi's stint in midfield may be short-lived. When asked about the expected deal, Maresca remained tight-lipped and stated that he was not aware of any updates from the club.

As Manchester City prepares for their next game against Crystal Palace, Maresca may be tempted to make some changes to the starting lineup. Youngster Rayan Cherki, who provided assists for both of Guehi and Gvardiol's goals, could be given a chance to start. Another player who could be in contention for a starting spot is Phil Foden, who played in the no.10 position in the game against Bournemouth.

There were some concerns when Elliot Anderson was subbed off in the second half due to an injury. However, Maresca reassured fans that it was just a case of cramps and that the young midfielder should be fit for the upcoming match. With a talented and dynamic squad at his disposal, Maresca will be looking to continue Manchester City's winning streak in the Premier League.