Don't forget the natural evolution of young players. The squad, especially attacking wise, would become stronger with time even without transfers. Besides, the tactics will be even more complex and puzzling for the opposition next season, Guardiola's ability to improve team movements is limited only by players' capacity to learn.
Delusion. Zero shots on target at Anfield. And if you think City's squad is anywhere near Real Madrid's standards, you need to put your blue tinted glasses off.
City's team is elevated by the manager. Guardiola would win the CL with Madrid's squad fairly easily, with of without refs.