Pep Guardiola's blacklist after losing to Real Madrid in the Champions League

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The blow of the elimination against Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League playoffs has led Pep Guardiola to make drastic decisions at Manchester City. The Spanish coach has drafted a list of expendable players for the summer transfer market, pointing out Kevin de Bruyne, Ilkay Gündogan, Ederson, Phil Foden, and Bernardo Silva as the main candidates to leave the club. The harsh defeat at the Santiago Bernabéu has reflected an inconsistent season, and the board is already working on a deep restructuring of the squad.

Pep Guardiola's blacklist

-Kevin de Bruyne: The Belgian has seen the most decline in his performance, along with the offers he has received from Saudi Arabia, which opens the door to his departure from SkyBlue at the end of the current season. The club seeks to sign Florian Wirtz as his replacement.

-Ilkay Gündogan: Gündogan's performance has fallen well below expectations since his return to the team after his time at FC Barcelona. His contract expires in the summer, and with no agreement reached for his renewal, his exit seems imminent.

-Bernardo Silva: On the other hand, Bernardo Silva, who was a key player in midfield in previous years, has failed to reach his peak form. Guardiola has serious doubts about his continuity, as his contract runs until 2026, but his current form does not justify his stay in the team.

-Phil Foden: The surprise in the list is Phil Foden. Despite being considered one of the club's brightest prospects, his performance has been below expectations this season. The board is willing to consider offers for the young Englishman, with an asking price close to €100 million. With a contract until 2027, his future at the Etihad will depend on the proposals that come in the next months.

-Ederson: The Brazilian goalkeeper is another name under scrutiny as he has not been decisive in goalkeeping and couldn't make a difference in the match against Real Madrid. His form has declined, and his departure is imminent.

With Manchester City far from the Premier League title race, rebuilding the team emerges as a priority, and Guardiola does not rule out further changes in the squad for the upcoming season.

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