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Chelsea to receive big compensation fee for City-bound Maresca

Manchester City have moved swiftly to secure their future by offering a three-year contract to Enzo Maresca to succeed the departing Pep Guardiola. The Italian coach, who left Chelsea earlier this year, is now set for a sensational return to the Etihad Stadium, although this appointment means Chelsea are set to receive a significant compensation fee.

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Pep 'furious' over Man City exit leak as he summons squad for late-night call

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has reportedly been left furious after news of his impending summer departure was leaked prematurely. The Spanish tactician, who has guided the club through a trophy-laden decade, felt compelled to address his squad directly during an unexpected late-night group call to confirm the bombshell news ahead of a crucial fixture.

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Guardiola will LEAVE Man City this summer!

Pep Guardiola is set to bring his legendary tenure at Manchester City to an end this summer, with the Catalan coach expected to step down after the final game of the Premier League season. Having lead the club to unprecedented success, the 55-year-old will depart following the title decider against Aston Villa on Sunday.

Announcement on Sunday? City reportedly preparing a major managerial move

Pep Guardiola is expected to leave Manchester City at the end of the season.

‘Big secret’ or ‘bored’? Guardiola’s Man City future predicted

Pep Guardiola has left Manchester City supporters sweating on his future after a cryptic post-match exchange at Wembley, but a body language expert believes the Catalan is far from finished at the Etihad. Despite dodging questions regarding his long-term plans, the signs suggest a newfound passion rather than a looming departure.

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Emery labels Guardiola 'greatest coaching genius'

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has hailed Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola as the "greatest" coaching mind in the game. The Spaniard also praised the work of Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta and Paris Saint-Germain's Luis Enrique as he reflected on the elite level of management currently on display across Europe's top leagues.

Guardiola tight-lipped on Man City future after FA Cup win

Pep Guardiola has once again fuelled speculation regarding his Manchester City tenure after refusing to discuss his future following a 1-0 FA Cup final victory over Chelsea. Despite securing his 20th trophy in English football and keeping City's hopes of a domestic treble alive, the Spaniard maintained his "silent operator" approach when asked if this decade-long stint at the Etihad is nearing its conclusion.

Guardiola: Man City stars can't drink 'even one beer' after FA Cup win

Pep Guardiola has revealed that his Manchester City squad will be denied even a single beer to celebrate their FA Cup triumph. Despite clinching their second trophy of the season by beating Chelsea at Wembley, the manager is demanding total focus as the Premier League title race enters its final, decisive week.

Semenyo revels in 'improvised' FA Cup final winner

Antoine Semenyo was the hero at Wembley as Manchester City secured a domestic cup double with a narrow victory over Chelsea in the FA Cup final. The January signing from Bournemouth provided the decisive moment of quality in a cagey affair to hand Pep Guardiola his 20th trophy in English football.

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Guardiola 'changed how I see football', says Silva

Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva has opened up about his deep connection with Pep Guardiola after confirming that the 2025-26 campaign will be his final season at the Etihad. Speaking after City’s 1-0 FA Cup final victory over Chelsea - secured by an Antoine Semenyo strike - the Portuguese playmaker revealed that Guardiola "changed the way he sees football," while maintaining a professional stance on the manager's decision to let him depart this summer.

Guardiola makes history as Man City secure double

Manchester City have once again asserted their dominance over the English game, securing the domestic cup double with a hard-fought victory at Wembley. Pep Guardiola's men edged past Chelsea 1-0 to ensure another trophy heads to the Etihad cabinet this season, with the coach writing his name in the history books once again.

'He will score' - Guardiola backs Haaland to end Wembley curse

Pep Guardiola has boldly predicted that Erling Haaland will end his surprising goalscoring drought at Wembley Stadium during Saturday's FA Cup final showpiece. The Manchester City manager strongly dismissed concerns over the prolific striker's record at the national stadium, backing him to find the net against a struggling Chelsea side.

'F*cking fun!' - Guardiola jokes he deserves Wembley tribute

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has humourously suggested he deserves a stand named after him at Wembley ahead of his side's FA Cup final clash with Chelsea. As intense speculation builds regarding a potential close-season exit, the Spaniard reflected on a "f*cking fun" decade in Manchester whilst targeting his 20th major honour.

‘Behind one man’ - Why Guardiola is not Premier League GOAT

As speculation intensifies regarding Pep Guardiola’s potential departure from Manchester City this summer, the debate over his standing among managerial greats has been reignited. Tony Pulis argues that while the Spaniard’s tactical influence is peerless, he remains second to Sir Alex Ferguson due to the sheer scale of the Scotsman's rebuilding job.

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Guardiola hails Man City's FA Youth Cup winners

Pep Guardiola was left beaming with pride as he watched Manchester City’s next generation secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Manchester United to clinch the FA Youth Cup. The first-team manager was a prominent figure in the stands at the Joie Stadium, witnessing a clash that highlighted the immense depth of talent currently residing within the City Football Academy.

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Guardiola hails 'quality' Foden after City beat Palace

Pep Guardiola was full of praise for Phil Foden after he inspired Manchester City to a 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace, moving within two points of Premier League leaders Arsenal. The England international was the architect of the win, providing two sublime assists on his first league start since March to ensure the title race goes to the wire.

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