Manchester City could be set to swap boss Manuel Pellegrini with Napoli boss Rafael Benitez, Football Express News understands.
The Chilean is under heavy pressure at the Etihad Stadium and will reportedly face the axe if he fails to beat Barcelona in the Champions League and push Chelsea for the Premier League title.
And, his agent has suggested that he may move to Italian side Napoli, prompting speculation close to the Serie A club that current boss Rafa Benitez could be set for a return to English football.
Jesus Martinez told Radio CRC: “Manuel has another year on his contract, and he intends to respect it. I don’t know, however, what the leadership’s intentions are.
“Pellegrini has Italian roots, he’s also been on holiday in Naples. He’s a lover of language and culture. He greatly appreciates Italy and Neapolitan culture. You never know in football.”
Spanish coach Benitez has been negotiating a new deal with the Serie A side but is now said to have stalled on a new contract after learning of interest from England.
Benitez is keen to return to the Premier League and would ideally like to manage again close to his family home on Merseyside.
Liverpool have also shown interest but it is understood that they are happy with Brendan Rodgers’ efforts in recent weeks.