Pep Guardiola says he has no intention of leaving Man City in the near future amid speculation over his future at the club.
Recent reports claimed that City are drawing up contingency plans in case the manager decides to leave at the end of this season.
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is said to be under serious consideration to succeed Guardiola, whose contract runs until 2027.
Pep Guardiola delivers clear message on Man City future
Guardiola, however, says he wants to continue in his role for “as long as possible”.
“I’m happy here, I want to stay here. What can I say? Always results decide,” he said in his pre-match press conference ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with West Ham United.
“When it is the (end of the) chapter the club will choose the best one to continue this incredible period in Man City.
“There have been rumours in the last years many, many times but I want to stay here. At the end of the season, we’ll see.
“I’m excited because there is a margin to improve, to do it better. That is what I like.
“Last season was a really, really tough season and I didn’t give up and I was there. This season is much better in terms of many things I’m seeing and still I’m here.
“It depends on my feelings and my feeling right now is good. That’s why I want to continue.
“It’s going to change? Maybe, I don’t know. But what I’m feeling now is not (that). What I’m feeling now is with the players I want to continue as much, and as long, as possible.”
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