Manchester City poised to reshape coaching staff with Lijnders, Toure following multiple departures

Manchester City is undergoing a significant reshuffle in their coaching staff following the departures of assistant coaches Juanma Lillo, Inigo Dominguez, and Carlos Vicens. Pep Guardiola is set to bring in Pep Lijnders, a former Liverpool assistant praised highly by Jurgen Klopp for his exceptional influence and contribution to Liverpool's recent successes, including a Champions League and Premier League title. Lijnders, who was recently head coach at Red Bull Salzburg and interviewed for Norwich City's managerial role, is expected to join City’s coaching team, with club academy coach and former player Kolo Toure also under consideration to join the staff. This coaching overhaul follows a season where Manchester City ended without a major trophy for the first time in eight years, prompting a quick recruitment process. Lijnders’ appointment would mark a notable shift, as he transitions from working under Klopp to joining one of his Premier League rivals, potentially bringing fresh tactical insights to Guardiola’s side. Meanwhile, Toure's return would maintain continuity within the club’s coaching ranks given his history as a player and coach at City.