Man City immediately have a plan to replace Pep Guardiola.

According to numerous reports from the British media, Guardiola will leave Manchester City after the final Premier League match against Aston Villa on May 24th. In this context, the Etihad Stadium club is quickly moving forward with plans for his successor and has chosen Enzo Maresca to lead the team in the next phase.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the deal was complete with the familiar phrase "Here we go". Accordingly, Maresca has reached an agreement to sign a three-year contract with Man City, officially returning to Etihad as head coach.

Maresca is no stranger to Man City. The Italian manager was a close assistant to Pep Guardiola during the 2022/23 season – a historic campaign in which Man City won the treble: the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League.

After leaving Etihad, Maresca made a strong mark in his coaching career, leading Chelsea to impressive performances in both domestic and European competitions. His achievements, including securing a place in the Champions League, winning the UEFA Europa League, and the FIFA Club World Cup, were considered crucial stepping stones for the 46-year-old strategist to gain the trust of the Manchester City leadership.

Previously, Pep Guardiola himself had praised his former assistant, stating that Maresca was "one of the best coaches in the world " thanks to his modern tactical thinking and ability to develop players.

Meanwhile, Guardiola is preparing to conclude his nearly 10-year journey of success at Man City. Since taking over the club in 2016, the Spanish strategist has transformed Man City into a dominant force in English football, winning 20 major and minor titles, including six Premier League titles and the club's first-ever Champions League title.

If the deal is officially announced by Man City in the near future, the Etihad Stadium will witness one of the most significant power shifts in European football, as Maresca faces the task of inheriting the immense legacy left by Guardiola.

Pep Guardiola chia tay Man City cuối mùa giải, khép lại 1 thập kỷ thành công tại sân Etihad

Pep Guardiola bids farewell to Man City at the end of the season, bringing to a close a decade of success at the Etihad Stadium.

VTV.vn - According to numerous sources in the British media, coach Pep Guardiola is likely to leave Manchester City after the 2025/26 Premier League season concludes, thus ending his successful 10-year journey at the Etihad Stadium.

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