Barcelona president Sandro Rosell believes Pep Guardiola could stay at the Nou Camp for as long as Sir Alex Ferguson has at Manchester United.
Speculation has linked Guardiola with a move away from the Nou Camp, and he has been suggested as a possible replacement for Ferguson when he eventually retires at Old Trafford.
But Rosell expects Guardiola to stay not only in the short term, but for many years to come.
"I see no reason why not," he said. "He may want to renew every year.
"Guardiola could be the Barca Ferguson. He can extend his contract as many times as he wants.
"Pep is Barca. He lives for this club. That is what differentiates him from many coaches."
Ferguson, 68, has been in charge of United for 24 years, and last week surpassed Sir Matt Busby as the club's longest serving manager.
He has won 11 league titles, two Champions League crowns, five FA Cups and four league cups as well as several other trophies.
No talks have yet been held on extending the contract of Guardiola, who signed a one-year deal in the summer after guiding the club to the Primera Division crown, saying he preferred to work with short-term deals.
"It is not necessary at the moment," Rosell said. "If I had money to bet I would put it on a renewal."
