Three managers Manchester City could target should Pep Guardiola depart this summer

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Pep Guardiola's future at Manchester City has come under question following an investigation from the Premier League over financial rule-breaching.

The situation has put Pep Guardiola's position at the club in serious doubt. The former Barcelona manager had previously made it clear earlier that he would leave if it was proven that the club had lied to him.

It has been reported that the four-time Premier League-winning manager is unlikely to remain in charge at the Etihad beyond this season with Paris Saint-Germain interested in the Spanish manager. Here, we will take a look at three potential replacements for Guardiola at the Etihad.

Mikel Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is understood to be the first-choice for Manchester City as they look to replace Pep Guardiola if he leaves. The Spaniard formerly served as the assistant manager of Guardiola at Manchester City between 2016 and 2019 prior to taking charge at Arsenal.

However, with the 40-year-old doing so well at Arsenal as manager, Manchester City's chances of landing him look remote. Arteta has a strong bond with Arsenal from his playing days at the Emirates and Manchester City's hopes of luring him away from the club looks quite unlikely.

Roberto De Zerbi

Roberto De Zerbi has done a phenomenal job at Brighton & Hove Albion since taking charge at the Amex Stadium earlier this season following Graham Potter's departure from the club as he moved to Chelsea. The Italian has caught the eye with his exceptional tactical acumen as well as man management and looks set for a bigger club. he could prove to be a brilliant successor to Guardiola at the Etihad.

Thomas Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel has established himself as one of the most tactically astute managers in the world in recent years and remains out of work since being sacked by Chelsea. With Manchester City needing a rebuild, Tuchel could be perfect for the job and the fact that he is available makes him the best pick.