Reports say Guardiola had verbal agreement to coach England, then stayed at Man City

Several reports claim Pep Guardiola previously had a verbal understanding to become England manager in 2024. According to the reports, Guardiola later changed his position and decided to remain in his role with Manchester City, described as a “U-turn” from the earlier plan. The accounts focus on the existence of a non-binding, verbal arrangement rather than a formally announced appointment. They do not provide details on the specific terms of the alleged agreement, the identities of the officials involved, or the circumstances that led Guardiola to reverse his decision. The reports also do not indicate whether England had taken any official steps to begin a transition process based on the alleged understanding. Overall, the coverage presents the claim as unconfirmed reporting about behind-the-scenes discussions, followed by Guardiola’s continued tenure at Manchester City.