Emmanuel Petit Names The “Best Possible Replacement” If Guardiola Decides To Part Ways With City

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Published on 2024-10-01 11:51:17

Former Arsenal midfielder Petit believes that Mikel Arteta would be the perfect replacement for Pep Guardiola at Manchester City if the current City manager decides to leave next summer. Petit points out that Guardiola has shown signs of tiredness and lacking energy in recent years, and Arteta, who knows the club and philosophy, would be a suitable successor. However, it is unlikely that Arteta will leave Arsenal as he recently signed a contract extension to stay at the Emirates until 2027.

Petit also suggests that Guardiola’s potential departure from City is more likely now that he doesn’t have strong competition like Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool. Guardiola has not made a decision on his future at City, but with less than a year left on his contract, there has been constant speculation. While Arteta could step into Guardiola’s shoes if he leaves City, other clubs may also be interested in the Arsenal boss. Guardiola’s future at City is uncertain, and more information may be revealed at the start of the new year.

Guardiola’s contract with Manchester City expires in June, and there has been speculation about his future at the club. Petit believes that Arteta would be a suitable replacement for Guardiola, but it is unlikely that Arteta will leave Arsenal as he recently signed a contract extension with the Gunners. The competition between Guardiola and Klopp at Liverpool played a role in motivating Guardiola to be at his best, and Guardiola’s future at City remains uncertain with less than a year left on his contract.

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