Pep Guardiola responds to England job links following Lee Carsley interim appointment as Man City boss outlines aims for new season at the Etihad

Man City boss Pep Guardiola has responded to rumours linking him to the England job, which for now will be filled by Lee Carsley.

WHAT HAPPENED?

A large number of England fans would love to see Guardiola in charge of the Three Lions but for now, the Spaniard has his sights set on a fifth-straight Premier League title with Manchester City. Guardiola, whose current contract expires in 2025, was asked about the England rumours at a press conference ahead of the Community Shield.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE

Guardiola has expressed a desire to coach an international team, as recently as February. But the 53-year-old is in the midst of an era-defining run with City that has seen the club win six league titles, the Champions League, and a host of other trophies. Should he express a desire to move on from the Etihad Stadium then the FA will surely come calling, but for now the gig is Lee Carsley’s after the Under-21 boss was placed in interim charge of the senior team.
- WHAT GUARDIOLA SAID
  
  “I have to consider what to do with my life, if I want to continue here, if I want to take a break, if I want to manage a national team or not,” Guardiola said. “I am fully excited for the season because I see things that I like. There’s a new challenge, to see if we can break our own record.”
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  WHAT NEXT FOR GUARDIOLA?
  
  The former Barcelona boss is gearing up for the new season, which begins on Saturday with a clash against rivals Manchester United in the Community Shield.
  
  Source goal.com