Pep Guardiola has reacted to viral footage showing Rayan Cherki training in a boxing ring. The Manchester City boss joked about the winger's âscaryâ skills while praising the Frenchmanâs impact during his first season at the club.
Pep Guardiola has hinted he will remain at Manchester City next season, suggesting he still has the energy to continue building on his legacy. It has been reported that the club are planning for life without the Catalan coach in case he moves on this summer, but his latest comments indicate he plans to see out the final year of his contract.
Mohamed Salah was shown footage of Pep Guardiola and Erling Haaland discussing his impact on Liverpoolâs rivalry with Manchester City. Both admitted the Egyptian forward caused constant problems during their many Premier League battles.
Pep Guardiola revealed he chose to watch Stockport County instead of tuning in for the blockbuster Champions League clash between PSG and Bayern Munich. The Manchester City boss jokingly claimed the managers and players involved were not good enough to keep him entertained.
With the future of the Argentine still uncertain after the World Cup, GOAL assesses some potential successors for the manager should he decide to walk away from the job.
Paul Dickov has explained to GOAL why there is a âbrilliant love-hate relationshipâ between Rayan Cherki and Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. The âcheekyâ France international playmaker has become a fan favourite at the Etihad Stadium, but some antics do not sit well with his demanding manager. There is, however, plenty of mutual respect between the pair and Cherki is considered to boast âscaryâ potential.
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has admitted that he turned to Pep Guardiola for validation before appointing Vincent Kompany as the club's head coach. Despite initial scepticism surrounding his arrival from relegated Burnley, the Belgian tactician has silenced his critics by delivering back-to-back Bundesliga titles and Champions League progress at the Allianz Arena.
Pep Guardiola has admitted his Manchester City stars are "so, so tired" following their emotional battle with Arsenal. Ahead of the FA Cup semi-final against Southampton, the City boss expressed concerns over the thick Wembley grass and the risk of season-ending injuries.
Manchester City have reportedly held "positive talks" over a move for former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca. With Pep Guardiola's future still the subject of intense speculation as he enters the final months of his current contract, the club management is beginning to formulate a succession plan that could see a familiar face return to the Etihad Stadium.
Pep Guardiola has warned his Manchester City players that they cannot afford a single slip-up if they are to secure the Premier League crown ahead of Arsenal. Following a narrow victory at Burnley that sent City top for the first time since August, the Spaniard insisted that a perfect record in their final five games is the only path to glory.
Pep Guardiola has hit back at Wayne Rooney after the former Manchester United striker questioned Manchester City's post-match celebrations following their crucial victory over Arsenal. The City manager defended his players' right to enjoy the moment after a high-stakes encounter at the Etihad Stadium, as it boosted their chances of winning the Premier League title.
Rodri has been ruled out of Manchester City's Premier League trip to Burnley with a groin injury. Pep Guardiola confirmed the midfielder has been sidelined after limping out of City's win over Arsenal, with no clear return date set.
Leonardo Bonucci has identified Pep Guardiola as the ideal candidate to lead a revolution for the Italy national team. The legendary defender believes the Manchester City boss is the only man capable of modernising Gli Azzurri after their third successive failed World Cup qualification campaign.
Arsenal fans love to chant, 'Tottenham Hotspur it's happening again' every time their north London rivals suffer a big defeat. But despite enjoying endless fun laughing at their relegation-threatened neighbours this season, the Gunners are heading for their own deja-vu-laced nightmare after Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Manchester City. Mikel Arteta's side gave it their all in the unmissable title showdown, but there was a familiar feeling once the final whistle went.
Pep Guardiola delivered an emotional tribute to Bernardo Silva following Manchester City's vital 2-1 Premier League victory over Arsenal. The City boss praised the Portugal international's incredible nine-year legacy at the Etihad Stadium as he prepares to leave the club this summer.