Guardiola given deadline by Man City for new contract

Guardiola's current contract is due to expire in less than a year.

says City management are desperate for the Catalan to stay, but will not wait until the last moment for Guardiola to make a decision.

Instead, City want to know Guardiola's final plans by Christmas.

City hope Guardiola agrees to a new contract extension, though also want enough time to find a successor should he decide this season will be his last in charge.