Pep Guardiola’s next move to New York City FC?

Guardiola, who could leave Eastlands in the near future, has stated he cannot see himself at another Premier League club. And plans are being prepared to take the Spaniard, 50, to the Big Apple, according to 90min.

The City boss could be keen on the move after spending a year in New York on sabbatical after his Barcelona exit. Last month Guardiola praised NYCFC and the work the club has done to promote football in the city, such as its mini-pitch project.

Guardiola´s Words

He said: “I’ve spent a lot of time in New York City during my career.

"It’s a city I love deeply and over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to see first-hand New Yorkers’ passion for football.

"Young people want to play and need a place to play.

"The fact that there are now 50 new football pitches throughout New York City because of NYCFC and our group is amazing and will make a big difference in the lives of young people.

"I have said it for many years, I believe there is an incredibly bright future for football in the U.S. and amazing projects like this one will play a part in helping to produce the next generation of young American talent.

"All over the world, I’ve seen how football can change lives; it brings people together like no other sport – and I’m very proud that our Group has played a part in using our sport to bring people together and give young people more places to play the game we love here in Manchester and around the world.”

When does Guardiola's contract expire?

Guardiola's current deal expires in 2023 having agreed an extension in late 2020. According to 90min, it's at this point that the Spaniard intends to leave Europe to take up a post with NYCFC, who are currently managed by former Celtic boss Ronny Deila.

The Spaniard has also stated that he would like to work around the world in South America and as a national team coach, and clearly, a stop-off in MLS is on the agenda.

The current outlook for New York City FC

Ronny Deila has made history in 2021 with New York City FC and not only for having a top scorer like the Golden Boot in Valentin Castellanos but for leading the franchise to its longest run in a preseason. The City Group members are in their first conference final since arriving in MLS in 2015, but with all the success, the Norwegian coach may already have a replacement in a couple of seasons.

Big names that have played for New York City FC

In addition to Guardiola's arrival at the club at the time, this is not the only big name that has passed through the club. On the pitch, we have the story of David Villa, Andrea Pirlo, Frank Lampard, and also Patrick Viera, who not only served on the pitch but also as an executive in New York City FC's development program. Dome Torrent was also one of these, having served as Guardiola's assistant.