Pep Guardiola/ What does the future hold for the Spanish coach in Manchester City
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has reignited debate over his future, insisting he has “one more year” left on his contract amid mounting speculation that he could step down this summer.
Speaking ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley his 24th domestic semi-final or final with the club the 55-year-old playfully suggested he will not leave immediately.
Asked if this could be his final Wembley appearance, he replied: “No way,” then added with a smile, “one more year,” before exiting the press conference.
Despite his public insistence, sources have told BBC Sport there is “tangible uncertainty” over whether Guardiola will see out that final season.
The preference of Manchester City is for him to stay, but former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca is among the leading candidates to replace him.
Guardiola has won 19 trophies in a decade at City, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League. His team still chase a seventh league crown, trailing Arsenal by two points with two games left.
“They know they don’t need to wait until I’m leaving,” he said. “19 titles in 10 years is not bad.”
Source: bbc.com
