Manchester City is preparing for a post-Guardiola era, with Enzo Maresca emerging as a top candidate to take over if the manager leaves after his current contract ends in 2027. Maresca, now Chelsea's boss, once led City's Under-23s to a title and worked in Guardiola's staff, earning high praise from Pep himself as one of the world's best. At Chelsea, recent frustrations over support have fueled talk, though the club wants him long-term until 2030 and any move would cost a hefty fee. City's planning reflects the stakes after Guardiola's four straight Premier League titles and the 2023 treble.
