Pep Guardiola, the esteemed manager of Manchester City, has already affirmed his commitment to the club for the final year of his contract. However, despite a stellar season where City clinched a historic fourth consecutive league title, Guardiola faces several challenges that need addressing this summer.
The future of key players like 32-year-old Kevin de Bruyne, whose performances have been below par, and midfielder Kalvin Phillips, who is likely to depart following a disappointing loan stint at West Ham, remain uncertain. Additionally, there are concerns surrounding goalkeepers Ederson and Stefan Ortega, with potential exits looming.
City’s acquisition of midfielder Matheus Nunes for £53m last September has not yielded the desired results, as the player struggled for game time. Guardiola acknowledges the need for strategic decisions regarding player movements to strengthen the squad for the upcoming season.
Guardiola hints at potential changes in the squad composition, with one significant addition expected in the form of 20-year-old Brazilian talent, Savio. The young winger has impressed during Girona’s remarkable La Liga campaign, earning a spot in the Champions League qualifiers and is poised to join City from Troyes in the near future.