Manchester City management requests clarification on Pep Guardiola's future

Speculation has intensified regarding the potential departure of Pep Guardiola from Manchester City at the end of the current season, despite his contract running until 2027. Media reports from England and Spain suggest the 54-year-old coach is seeking a new professional challenge. Guardiola maintains strong relationships with club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak and new sporting director Hugo Viana. According to reports from talkSPORT, Viana met with Guardiola following the League Cup final against Arsenal to request a formal decision regarding his intentions. The club management has reportedly begun identifying potential successors to facilitate future transfer planning. Reports also mention that Guardiola may favor Enzo Maresca as a potential candidate for the position. While some sources claim his departure is imminent, the coach has not made an official public statement confirming his resignation.