I’m not going to manage another team- Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola has officially confirmed that his tenure at Manchester City will be his final role as a club manager. In a recent interview on the YouTube channel Desmontadito, he stated, “I’m not going to manage another team… what I won’t do is leave Manchester City and go to another country to manage another club” . This declaration comes after he signed a contract extension with City that will keep him at the club until at least 2027.

Timeline of Guardiola’s Coaching Career Leading to Manchester City

• 2007-2008: Guardiola began his managerial career with Barcelona B, where he successfully promoted the team back to the third division of Spanish football.
• 2008-2012: He took over as head coach of FC Barcelona, leading the team to unprecedented success, including winning the UEFA Champions League and multiple La Liga titles. His first season (2008-09) was particularly remarkable as he achieved the treble, winning the Copa del Rey, La Liga, and the Champions League.
• 2013-2016: After leaving Barcelona, Guardiola managed Bayern Munich. During his three-year tenure there, he won three consecutive Bundesliga titles and various domestic cups but faced challenges in the Champions League.
• 2016: Guardiola confirmed his move to Manchester City after Manuel Pellegrini announced he would leave at the end of the 2015-16 season. Guardiola’s contract with City was initially for three years, marking a new chapter in his career aimed at replicating his previous successes in England.

Pep Guardiola joined Manchester City as their head coach for the 2016-17 season, with the announcement made on February 1, 2016.  Since joining Manchester City in 2016, Pep Guardiola has implemented transformative changes to the squad through strategic player acquisitions, tactical innovations, and a distinctive approach to team management. His tenure has been characterized by significant player signings that have reshaped the team’s capabilities.

Throughout his time at Manchester City, Guardiola has achieved remarkable success, winning 18 major trophies, including multiple Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League. His commitment to City reflects his deep connection to the club, which he described as having a “very special feeling” for. Despite facing challenges in recent matches, Guardiola’s focus remains on guiding City through this period while looking ahead to potential opportunities in international football after his club career concludes.

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