That was my first reaction as well, but then again - not by much. Putting Messi aside, who is obviously world's best ever, the average quality of current City players is not far from Barca under Pep. On the flip side, Fergie certainly had way better players, as well – so there's that. I think the real difference is: Fergie played Pep in Champions League, not a derby. That is probably more of a difference. I don't think Ole is better manager than Fergie
, but he's doing well for sure.
In reality, some slow substitutions during the games aside, if you look at Ole's tactics - in most games he's done an outstanding job with the players he's had. The guy has a good head on his shoulders - that's just a fact.