Guardiola's doubtful future with City and potential interest in coaching Italy

Speculation in Spain and Italy has intensified regarding Pep Guardiola’s future at Manchester City, with several reports suggesting he could consider leaving the club in the near future and potentially move into international management. La Gazzetta dello Sport revisited the idea of Guardiola coaching Italy, noting that in 2018 he said he would not rule out such an opportunity. With elections for the Italian Football Federation scheduled for May, local reports claim the incoming president may explore Guardiola’s interest as part of a broader plan to rebuild the Azzurri.

For now, Guardiola remains fully focused on City’s season, aiming to secure a seventh Premier League title in ten years and compete for the FA Cup, which could take his career tally to forty‑two trophies. He still has one year left on his contract, and although no decision has been made, reports suggest he may eventually prefer the reduced pressure of a national‑team role, strengthened by his long‑standing ties to Italy.