The identity of Manchester City’s next permanent manager remains up in the air, with interim Nick Cushing stating there have been “no conversations” between himself and club about the role.
Cushing previously served as manager from 2013 to 2020, winning five trophies, and returned in March following the sacking of Gareth Taylor.
But while Saturday’s meeting with Crystal Palace could be his final WSL game in charge of City, Cushing is determined to have a coaching role lined up before next season.
“There’s be no conversations about post this season. As it stands, this is the last game,” Cushing confirmed.
“I’ve really enjoyed this period. It’s been challenging but it’s also been really enjoyable. I spent December [to] February without a team and one thing I’ve learned about myself is I’m happy in a team. I’m really motivated to continue to be successful, coaching and being around players, planning big games – I’ve been at home in that moment.
“Post this, who knows. But my desire and intention is to be with a team from pre-season.”
In April, City women’s director of football Therese Sjogran told BBC she has not ruled out the possibility Cushing staying on, but the 40-year-old said talks have not yet been had.
“There has been no conversations about me continuing here,” he said. “I have no concrete move but I have a desire. This has only fuelled it – playing in League Cup finals, chasing Champions League semi-finals.
“I have a huge desire to take some time with my family post World Sevens and then be back at it, hopefully with a team that matches my ambitions and my hunger to compete for trophies.”
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