The Premier League asked Manchester City if they would enter into a collaboration with a comedian who has repeatedly mocked the club and its manager over the 115 charges.
Officials at the Etihad Stadium were left stunned when counterparts at the league suggested they work with impressionist Conor Moore.
The Irishman is known for his humorous takes of the likes of compatriot Roy Keane - but on a number of occasions he has mercilessly poked fun at Guardiola and City, whose legal war with the Premier League rages on.
In one sketch, Moore dons a bald cap and grey sweatshirt to imitate Guardiola in a mocked-up press conference.