Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola could sign an extension to his contract even if the club loses its legal battle against 115 alleged breaches of financial rules. (Athletic - subscription required) Sporting boss Ruben Amorim and Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabi Alonso top City's list to replace Guardiola if he decides to leave.

Manchester City have made a bold move - and it points to a very interesting Pep Guardiola successor who Liverpool know well.Manchester City moved to replace outgoing sporting director Txiki

Cesc Fàbregas has said he learned patience from Arsène Wenger and bravery from José Mourinho, but Pep Guardiola was the coach that had the biggest impact on his career when he played under him at Barcelona.