Pep Guardiola has insisted he has not made a decision on his future and will hold talks with Manchester City officials next week, after reports emerged that he had decided to leave the club.
The 55-year-old's future became a talking point on Monday evening when it was claimed he had chosen to end his trophy-laden 10-year spell at the Etihad. Former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca, who previously worked on Guardiola's coaching staff, has been tipped as a potential successor.
City's 1-1 draw at Bournemouth on Tuesday ended their hopes of a seventh Premier League title under Guardiola, who refused to discuss the speculation before the match. Speaking afterwards, he reiterated that he remains under contract until June 2027 and stressed that announcing such matters during the season would be detrimental.
Guardiola said he must first speak with chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak, with the pair having agreed to sit down at the end of the season. He described the club as "extraordinary" and said he is the "happiest man on the planet" to be there, adding that his focus is on the remaining games. Supporters at the match displayed messages urging him to stay.
He also congratulated Arsenal and Mikel Arteta on winning the title, saying: "On behalf of all Manchester City and my team, congratulations Arsenal, Mikel his staff, backroom staff, all the players, fans for this Premier League. They deserve it."
