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Guardiola insists he ‘likes it in England’ and rules out move to Italy when Man City contract expires

Guardiola has suggested he does not want to leave England any time soon

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Manchester City football manager Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola insists he “likes it in England” after being questioned about his plans when his Manchester City contract expires.

Guardiola’s current deal expires at the end of the season – midway through the Club World Cup – with speculation growing that 2024-25 could be his final campaign with the Citizens.

The 53-year-old has also been linked with the England manager’s job following Gareth Southgate’s departure.

But he offered a glowing endorsement of his current club, where he has enjoyed eight trophy-laden years, and suggested he did not want to leave any time soon.

Asked by an Italian journalist after City’s 0-0 draw with Serie A side Inter Milan whether he would consider a move to Italy, the 53-year-old insisted he is very happy where he is.

“I love Italy but I really enjoy being here,” he said.

“I love English football. It is fantastic. I really enjoy it. They leave you alone to get on with your job. That doesn’t happen anywhere else.

“This is a great club. I really feel good here. I am pleased to be here.”

City performed below their usual impeccable standards during their 0-0 draw at the Etihad, with star striker Erling Haaland – who has nine goals in the Premier League this season already – struggling to have an impact on the game.

The Norwegian striker had just one shot and 14 touches throughout the 90 minutes.

But defending his No9, Guardiola said: “There were six players around him, three behind, three in front.

“That makes it difficult for any player.

“We tried to use the spaces, that is why [Ilkay] Gundogan had a couple of chances.

“I knew Inter would play like that. Credit to them. We created a couple of really clear opportunities but we didn’t score.”

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Cian Cheesbrough

Cian is a sports journalist with experience writing for national title, including LiveScore, MailOnline, Eurosport and Sky Sports. He has covered a number of key events during his time in the industry, including from the press box at live Champions League fixtures.

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