Ex-ally urges Guardiola to seek a fresh project

Carles Planchart, Pep Guardiola’s long-time analyst, believes the Manchester City boss should leave to ‘regenerate’ after nine glittering years and six Premier League titles. Pep’s contract runs until 2027, but his friend says it’s time for a new challenge.

If Guardiola does quit, opponents might finally stop updating their tactics every Tuesday.