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Chelsea Football Club has broken its silence on the departure of its former head coach, revealing that his desire to replace Pep Guardiola at Manchester City played a key role in his unexpected exit midway through the 2025/26 season . Chelsea have admitted that the 2025/26 campaign was a disappointing one for both the club and its supporters, with the mid-season managerial change identified as a major factor behind the team's struggles. In a statement, the club explained that the former head coach had informed Chelsea in the autumn of 2025 that he could have the opportunity to succeed Pep Guardiola at Manchester City at the end of the season. According to the club, it became increasingly clear that the coach was determined to pursue the role, despite being under a long-term contract at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea said the situation took an unexpected turn in December 2025 when the coach abruptly resigned from his position, leaving the club with little choice but to accept ...

Jack Grealish has been omitted from Manchester City’s squad for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, raising further questions about his future at the club. The England international has seen his role diminish under Pep Guardiola and now faces an uphill battle to reclaim his spot. With two years remaining on his contract, Grealish remains determined to fight for his place, but this latest exclusion could signal the beginning of the end of his City tenure. A summer departure is increasingly likely, with a loan move being considered due to his high wages. All four of City’s summer signings — goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli, left-back Rayan Ait Nouri, and midfielders Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki — have been included in the travelling squad. Meanwhile, Mateo Kovacic misses out due to injury, and James McAtee has opted to represent England’s Under-21 side this summer. Rodri has been called up as he continues his recovery from injury, while Kevin De Bruyne has not been included in the sq...