Jim White’s two-word reaction to mega Pep Guardiola sack news at Man City as replacement named

'It's nailed on' - Jim White's Astonishing Pep Guardiola Exit Claim, Names New Man City Manager Being Appointed This Week

Football pundit Jim White has made a bombshell prediction about Pep Guardiola's future at Manchester City, claiming the Spanish manager could depart imminently following a humiliating 2-0 defeat to Manchester United in the derby at Old Trafford.[3][5]

Speaking on a broadcast, White declared, "It's nailed on" that Guardiola is gone by the end of the season, but urged not to rule out an exit "this week." He specifically named Enzo Maresca as the likely replacement, stating that if Guardiola leaves immediately, Maresca would take charge for City's upcoming match against Wolves.[3]

The claim comes amid Manchester City's poor form, with the champions suffering a fourth consecutive Premier League winless streak. They were thoroughly outplayed by United, who deserved a bigger margin according to reports. Guardiola himself admitted post-match, "They were the better team. They had something we did not have," praising United's energy while noting his side lacked it after a midweek game.[2]

Despite the speculation, Guardiola dismissed rumors of quitting, emphasizing his commitment: "I have a contract here until 2029," following a recent two-year extension to 2027. He insisted such talk is "100 per cent speculation" and focused on the loss, refusing to harshly criticize his players: "It was not a bad performance. We didn't get the result."[2]

White believes City would publicly deny any immediate exit, but insisted the signs are serious this time. The pundit's bold assertion has sparked debate, with Guardiola's long-term future at the Etihad now under intense scrutiny despite his recent contract renewal.[3][2]

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