Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola intends to leave the club at the end of the current season. Reports from sources close to the training ground indicated that the Spaniard made his decision weeks ago.
Guardiola guided Manchester City to victory in the FA Cup final against Chelsea on Saturday. Yet discussions about his future dominated conversations immediately after the match.
Insiders at the Etihad Stadium told journalists that the 55-year-old coach decided to depart this summer. Club officials continued to operate under the assumption that he would honor his contract until 2027.
Pep Guardiola addressed the speculation during his pre-match press conference before the final. “No way. No way. I have one year left on my contract,” Guardiola said. He added that the club knew he had been successful during his time there. Despite these comments, reports suggested an announcement could arrive within days.
Manchester City wanted Guardiola to stay for the 2026-27 season. However, the club prepared contingency plans in case he left. People near the training ground believed the departure became concrete. Fans and officials now braced for the end of a dominant period under the Catalan tactician.
