After a decade of unparalleled success with Manchester City, the brilliant Pep Guardiola is leaving the team. The Spanish manager will lead the "Citizens" for the last time this weekend, when the team faces Aston Villa at their home ground in the final round of the Premier League.
Guardiola's replacement will be one of his former pupils, Enzo Maresca. The Italian coach, who has worked extensively within Guardiola's ranks, was specifically chosen by Guardiola to succeed him.
Maresca will sign a three-year deal, with expectations that he will be officially announced at the end of the month. The 46-year-old coach has a strong track record, having led Leicester to promotion from the Championship and guiding Chelsea to the Conference League and the Club World Cup.
On Monday, the club will organize a parade to celebrate the trophy wins from the FA Cup and the Premier League. Fans will also have the opportunity to say goodbye to 55-year-old Guardiola, who has won 20 accolades in Manchester, including the prestigious Champions League.
Guardiola's departure is bittersweet for City fans. Maresca has big shoes to fill. Can he maintain the legacy? Let's see how he performs this season!