Manchester City faces managerial exit and player turnover as Guardiola departs and Silva's future hangs in balance

Pep Guardiola is leaving Manchester City after a decade in charge, having won 20 major trophies. The club will move on under newly appointed manager Enzo Maresca, signalling a shift in playing style and prompting speculation about the next wave of transfers.

Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva, whose contract with City is ending, is being linked with a move to Barcelona or Atletico Madrid. He has also been linked with Bayern Munich, while fellow senior players John Stones and others have already confirmed departures. Silva remains focused on Portugal's preparations for the World Cup, but his club future is unsettled.

The combined managerial change and potential loss of key senior players mark a significant transition for Manchester City as it approaches the 2026‑27 season.