Samir Nasri says Man City take on a different form when he and other key players are fit

Samir Nasri believes Manchester City take on a different form when he, Kevin De Bruyne, Sergio Aguero, Yaya Toure and David Silva are all fit to play.

Nasri returned to City's starting line-up for the first time since September after a thigh injury, scoring the winner in the 2-1 victory over West Brom on Saturday Night Football.

The Frenchman admitted City's play can be predictable when both Jesus Navas and Raheem Sterling are playing, and insists he brings a different dimension to play.

Nasri told Sky Sports: "The thing is when Kevin has been on the sideline, and myself as well, and David has been playing with a pain on his ankle, our game is a little bit predictable with Jesus and Raheem because they like to go to the space.

"With us we bring a different option, and it is good when everyone is fit. The manager can choose the players that he wants.

"The good thing is when you have Kun, David, Yaya and Kevin at this level it is easy to play in this team."

Report: Man City 2-1 West Brom

Samir Nasri scored a second-half winner on his return to the starting line-up

Nasri was delighted to return to action with a goal, which puts City four points clear of Manchester United in the race for fourth, with United in action at Tottenham on Super Sunday.

"It was great to be back and to score that winning goal especially after the result of Arsenal and West Ham. I cannot explain how happy I am. I was a little bit dead at the end and that's the best thing to do before Paris.

"When you've been out for long you're really hungry when you get back and you just want to prove to everyone that you have the quality for this squad, especially after all the new players that we had this year. I wanted to give my contribution to my team."