After just three games?

You guys are so strict, Lol. Manchester City's squad doesn't look that bad, by the way. If they coordinate well, that group of player can win some silverware, maybe even another Premier League. Other teams may also have stronger squads, but let's not forget that there will be a lot of factors at play as the season progresses. Injuries and even parallel tournaments like African Cup of Nations.
Nobody is twisting the fact that Manchester City still remain a better club but due to the major setbacks this season, I don't think they're ready to compete for main EPL titles. The English Premier League is mainly for the big boys and Manchester City, I'm afraid they don't belong to that category currently after following their previous performances, the Citizens just needs revival to bounce back to the top. Pep Guardiola last days at Etihad, this is how he wants to spend it? I don't think so because there have been major up and down movement and the board exercise patience, they need to see evidence of the possible growth of the club.