The reasoning behind Guardiola's strict stance is the relentless nature of the Premier League schedule. City currently sit two points behind leaders Arsenal with just two games remaining. The pressure is on to ensure they do not slip up in their pursuit of another top-flight crown, with a trip to the Vitality Stadium looming large on Tuesday evening.
Arsenal are scheduled to face Burnley on Monday, and a win for the Gunners would mean City must take all three points against Bournemouth to ensure the race goes down to the final day. With so much at stake, Guardiola is taking no risks with the physical condition of his players, insisting on an immediate return to Manchester for recovery.