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Rio Ferdinand has warned that uncertainty about Pep Guardiola’s future could make it difficult for Manchester City to sign players in the January transfer window.
Guardiola’s contract expires at the end of June next year and he has yet to commit to a new deal.
Ferdinand feels that some players may be reluctant to join City if they don’t know whether Guardiola will remain at the club next season.
Speaking about BT Sport, Ferdinand said: ‘I was never really in that position as a player; obviously Sir Alex Ferguson was always fully committed and put his heart on his sleeve in that regard.
But Pep is a different animal, a different character and what is more important is what he is transmitting to the players. I think if you are talking to the players and filling them with confidence, that’s fine.
But the big problem with the club in the bigger picture will be recruiting because if they are talking to potential players that they are trying to contact in January or in the next window, if I am that player, I am saying: ‘I only go if Pep is there. ‘or:’ I want to know who will be next in charge before I make my decision and commit. ‘
Ferdinand acknowledged that Guardiola has a habit of making late decisions about whether to stay with a club.
The former Manchester United defender spoke about the demand Guardiola would have if he decided to leave City.
Ferdinand said: ‘The big picture is probably the biggest question, but I think his track record suggests that he makes late decisions about his contracts and where he wants to go. Man City will probably know and be well aware of it.
Who wouldn’t want that guy on their bench?
Guardiola’s side secured a 1-0 win over Sheffield United on Saturday thanks to a goal from Kyle Walker.
The victory sent City up to eighth place: they are five points behind leaders Liverpool with one game in hand.
Guardiola has been very successful since taking over City in 2016, winning two Premier League titles, the FA Cup and three League Cups, but is under some pressure after a slow start to the season.
Although he has been linked to a return to Barcelona, Guardiola indicated on Saturday that he will not return to the Camp Nou.
He told BT Sport: ‘My period as Barcelona coach is over. I think once in your life you have to do things.
“There are incredible people who can be in charge there, now for example Ronald Koeman.
“It’s over, I’ll go back to my city to see my club, to watch the game, that’s it.”
Source: m.allfootballapp.com
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