‘Huge shift’ predicted after Guardiola exit as United sense chance

Pep Guardiola's departure from the Etihad could bring a "huge shift" in Manchester, former United defender Gary Pallister warned, after a decade in which the Catalan coach oversaw 20 trophies including the 2022-23 Treble. United, who last won the Premier League in 2013 under Sir Alex Ferguson, have shown signs of revival under Michael Carrick; he has restored Champions League football and recent recruitment could leave the squad ready to challenge on multiple fronts.

Pallister said he remains concerned that United still need signings capable of making a major difference and questioned whether fair play rules or wage structures are limiting bids, while also hoping Carrick can get the players he wants. With City entering a new era under Enzo Maresca and the prospect of FFP sanctions hanging over Eastlands, United may be able to close the gap and a more open title race could follow.

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