Guardiola to succeed Pellegrini as Manchester City manager

Pep Guardiola has agreed a three-year contract to become Manchester City manager in the summer.

The 45-year-old, currently in charge at Bayern Munich, will replace Manuel Pellegrini, who will leave on 30 June.

 

Check the Nigerian Pilot for the full story.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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