Manchester City: Guardiola's successor found!

Manchester City: one name stands out for the post-Guardiola era

Europe 23 April 2026 at 15:30

Manchester City: Guardiola's successor found!

Manchester City has found Pep Guardiola's successor!

Manchester City is considering Enzo Maresca as the successor to Pep Guardiola, whose departure at the end of the season is looking increasingly likely.

The search for Pep Guardiola's replacement is already heating up behind the scenes at Manchester City. According to Jacob Steinberg of The Guardian, Enzo Maresca has emerged as the leading candidate to take charge of the Citizens, as Guardiola's exit at the end of the campaign becomes more and more certain.

🚨 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚: Enzo Maresca is the leading candidate to take over at Manchester City.

The possibility that Pep Guardiola will leave at the end of the season is growing.

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This scenario is especially intriguing given that the Italian coach is coming off a turbulent stint at Chelsea FC. Despite notable successes in 2025, including the Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup, his final months at the club were overshadowed by a downturn in results and internal strife.

Amid disagreements with the board, clashes with the medical staff, and rumors of outside approaches, Maresca left London in a tense atmosphere. Now, his name is back in the spotlight as Manchester City actively prepares for the post-Guardiola era.