Pep Guardiola has admitted that he will eventually leave Manchester City, addressing speculation linking Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca with a potential return to the Etihad Stadium. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Guardiola stated, 'I always get asked this question, so sooner or later I will quit Manchester City.'
The former Barcelona and Bayern Munich boss has been in charge since 2016, winning six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, and the Champions League. He confirmed he has 18 months remaining on his contract, adding, 'I will not be here forever. What is going to happen will happen. The club must be prepared.'
Guardiola emphasised his focus remains on the upcoming match against West Ham, with City sitting second in the table, two points behind Arsenal. He ruled out injured stars Jeremy Doku, John Stones, Rodri, Mateo Kovacic, and Oscar Bobb for the Saturday clash, while Rayan Ait-Nouri and Omar Marmoush are on international duty.
City can temporarily leapfrog leaders Arsenal with a win, as their 3pm kick-off precedes Arsenal's 8pm match against Everton. Guardiola concluded, 'Now I am focusing on West Ham and then golf after a few days with my dad – that is all.'
