Bayern Munich forward Kingsley Coman has revealed that he would be devastated if Pep Guardiola were to leave the Allianz Arena, amidst rumours linking the Spanish coach with a switch to the Premier League.
Both Manchester United and Manchester City are understood to be considering a move for the former Barcelona manager, who remains one of the world’s truly outstanding coaches.
However, Coman has insisted that he’d be distraught if his mentor were to depart.
“I would be very sad if Pep left Bayern,” Coman began, speaking to Sky Sports [as per Le 10 Sport]. “He’s the best coach in the world in my opinion. I have developed well with him thanks to the matches and his confidence in me.”
Spanish source Cadena Cope have reported that, with Manuel Pellegrini yet to wholly impress at the Etihad Stadium, Guardiola is being considered as a potential replacement for the Chilean coach.
However, the Citizens could yet face competition for the multi-time Champions League winner, with their fierce city rivals United also understood to be keen on the Catalan coach.
According to ESPN, the Red Devils are also considering a move for Pep as a potential replacement for Louis van Gaal, whose reign at Old Trafford is stuttering, with the Dutch coach overseeing a group-stage elimination from the Champions League and an unconvincing title challenge which has proved to be low on entertainment and goals.
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