Pep Guardiola to leave Manchester City this summer

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Andrew Thompson·18 May 2026

Pep Guardiola to leave Manchester City this summer

It will be the end of an era for Manchester City and the Premier League, with Pep Guardiola set to call time on his tenure at the Etihad at the end of the 2025/26 season.

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The Spanish tactician is expected to be replaced by former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca, with Guardiola reportedly preparing for his departure after a 20th trophy with the club was confirmed after their FA Cup triumph over the Blues.

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City's interest in Maresca was previously reported in December, with Guardiola shutting down exit rumors at the time.

Per BBC Sport, Man City have refused to comment, with members of his staff and first-team players all anticipating his departure after their final match of the season against Aston Villa.

Check back for further updates as this story develops.

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