by Pep Guardiola fears that Manchester City could miss the summer transfer destinations if they do not qualify for the Champions League.
After the last four titles of the Premier League during an unprecedented magic of domestic dominance, the goal of this term is to secure a place at the top table of European football.
City sits fifth after he has recovered from a terrible end until 2024, but they have to do in the fight for a place in the Champions League, which may have an impact on who you can attract this summer.
“It depends on the players we want and whether they only have an option,” said Guardiola. “If you have many, I am pretty sure that the players of course look at them in the Champions League.”
When asked whether City has different lists for whether they qualify for the Champions League, the manager said: “No. In the discussions with the association, the club has no list for the Champions League and a list for an incline.
“Maybe the players come anyway and there are others who say that they don’t want to go because of no Champions League. I don’t know. I didn’t talk to a player for the next season, so I don’t know.”
In addition to the effects of arrivals, a lack of Champions League football could see some players in mind one step elsewhere.
However, this view is not in Guardiola’s thoughts, and the trip to Everton on Saturday, followed by another Premier League match at home in Aston Villa, before the FA Cup semi-final against Nottingham Forest is on weekends next weekend.
“You have contracts,” said the city manager. “With the exception of Kevin (de Bruyne), all other contracts have. The club and the organization decide what is best. Now I’m not …
“Of course, the club works behind the scenes what it has to do, but I’m worried about these six games and the FA Cup.
“After a week, 10 days free, fifth June fifth with seven days before flying to the USA and preparation for the (club) World Cup.”
City goalkeeper Everson will miss the game on Saturday in Everton with a groin problem, but Phil Foden and Manuel Akanji could return to a match. James Mcateee will hope to keep his starting place in.
The 22-year-old made his first Premier League start for the club with a goal on the 5-2 turnaround against Crystal Palace last weekend and is of interest because his deal will end next year.
“I want him to stay for age,” said Guardiola. “I understand that the players want more minutes.
“I want him to stay because I think he is a player for the academy, he knows the patterns.
“He is a lovable person, a dear guy and really well trained, can play different positions, but I don’t know how the squad will be and we will see.”
