Manchester City is interested in appointing Xabi Alonso as manager if Pep Guardiola leaves the team this summer.
On 3 Feb 2026 GMT+7, Manchester City’s head coach Pep Guardiola may be managing his last season, marking exactly 10 years with the club. If they part ways, reports from The Telegraph say the club is preparing to find his successor, with former Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso among the candidates.
Previously, Xabi Alonso was heavily linked with Liverpool as a replacement for Arne Slot, but that deal did not materialize. Enzo Maresca has also been in talks with Chelsea and Juventus before parting ways with Chelsea around the New Year.
Hugo Viana, Manchester City’s Director of Football, will lead the search for a new manager if the time comes, potentially consulting Pep Guardiola as part of the process.
Recently, Manchester City drew 2-2 away against Tottenham Hotspur, leaving them second in the league after 24 matches with 47 points, six points behind Arsenal.