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Guardiola Leaving, Maresca In; Silva, Stones Exit, Rodri Deal Accelerated

5/21/2026

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Guardiola Exit

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is expected to leave at the end of the 2025-26 season.
Former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has been offered a two-year contract to replace Pep Guardiola.
Midfielder Bernardo Silva and defender John Stones will depart as free agents when their contracts expire in June 2026.
Manchester City seek to accelerate a deal with midfielder Rodri to avoid a 2027 free transfer after Real Madrid.

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Guardiola Praises

Guardiola praised Khaldoon Al Mubarak for freezing ticket prices, calling it vital for fans.
He said 1-1 Bournemouth defeat left his squad fatigued after a FA Cup win days earlier.
He recalled leaving Barcelona because he could no longer motivate the team, said his Bayern exit sought a new challenge, and may consider international management.
Al Mubarak said mutual trust sustains success in good times and proves its value in difficult periods.

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Liverpool Releases Kit

Liverpool released a 2026/27 home kit inspired by the 1989/90 adidas strip, priced at £85.
Winger Jermaine Pennant urged Liverpool to hire Pep Guardiola, saying he would love the Kop atmosphere.
Mohamed Salah said Liverpool have abandoned the style he deems key to success, raising doubts about Arne Slot.
Team sit outside Champions League places, prompting concerns that focus is shifting to Salah rather than the club.

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Guardiola Exit

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is expected to leave at the end of the 2025-26 season.
Former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has been offered a two-year contract to replace Pep Guardiola.
Midfielder Bernardo Silva and defender John Stones will depart as free agents when their contracts expire in June 2026.
Manchester City seek to accelerate a deal with midfielder Rodri to avoid a 2027 free transfer after Real Madrid.

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