Man City reportedly lining up Guardiola's replacement ahead of possible exit [AFP]
Manchester City are reportedly preparing for Pep Guardiola’s exit after Sunday’s Premier League clash against Aston Villa, despite the manager publicly insisting he plans to stay.
Preparations linked to a potential departure are taking place behind the scenes, with staff and squad members expecting the Spaniard to leave at the end of the campaign, according to reports by BBC Sport.
The club is already considering ways to honour his era, including naming the newly expanded North Stand after him.
Former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has emerged as the leading candidate to succeed the 55-year-old.
