Manchester City is already preparing for life after Guardiola, with Enzo Maresca being considered a top contender to take over. The club is also dealing with the departure of other long-serving staff members, including fitness coach Lorenzo Buenaventura.

Buenaventura has worked with Guardiola for over 15 years and is said to be extremely close to the manager. He will be leaving the club at the end of the season, and his departure may be a sign of things to come.

Any announcement regarding Guardiola's future is expected to be made before the end of the season, allowing the club to give him a proper farewell. This could happen as early as the match against Aston Villa on May 24, which will also mark the end of the season for several departing players, including John Stones and Bernardo Silva.