Guardiola says Chelsea have lost an ‘incredible’managerPep Guardiola has dismissed suggestions Enzo Maresca will replace him at the end of the season, insisting he will decide when he leaves Manchester City. Chelsea parted company with Maresca on New Year’s Day after a run of one win in seven games. ‘You want to fire me?’ said Guardiola, when asked about Maresca’s City talks and the possibility of him leaving in the summer. Asked if he intends to be in charge next season, Guardiola continued: ‘Oh my God. ‘Only I can say that Chelsea, I think from my point of view, lose an incredible, incredible manager.

Source: Metro January 02, 2026 14:09 UTC