"The 55-year-old Guardiola will reportedly announce his departure shortly after City's final game of the season against Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium, capping a campaign that included winning both the League Cup and the FA Cup trophies. Saturday's FA Cup victory over Chelsea secured Guardiola his 20th trophy with the club. Maresca, who left Chelsea four months ago, has been rumoured for months to be the top contender for the Spaniard's job."
"Guardiola shrugged off questions about his future after the FA Cup final. When asked about the rumours by TNT Sports, Guardiola replied, What rumours? He then ended the interview by saying, Have a lovely evening. City have made no comment on the speculation. However, the club have arranged a parade through Manchester on Monday to celebrate their League Cup and FA Cup triumphs this season, which could act as a farewell to Guardiola."
"City must win their final two games of the season, starting at Bournemouth on Tuesday, and hope Arsenal drop points at Crystal Palace on Sunday if they are to win the Premier League this season. Guardiola's contract at City is set to expire in June 2027. Pep Guardiola is understood to be stepping down at end of season after 17 years at EPL club."
Pep Guardiola is expected to step down at the end of the season after 17 years with Manchester City and about a decade in charge. Reports say he will announce his departure shortly after the final match against Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium. The season included winning the League Cup and the FA Cup, with the FA Cup win over Chelsea securing his 20th trophy with the club. Enzo Maresca, who left Chelsea four months ago and won the FIFA Club World Cup last year, is widely expected to replace Guardiola. Guardiola’s contract runs until June 2027, but City has not commented on the speculation. City has scheduled a parade in Manchester on Monday, and the team must win its final two matches to keep Premier League title hopes alive.
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