Pep Guardiola has confirmed that he will leave Manchester City at the end of the 2025/26 season,
bringing an end to one of the most successful eras in English football history.
The Spanish manager revealed that after ten unforgettable years at the Etihad Stadium,
he believes the time has come for a new chapter both for himself and for the club.
Speaking ahead of Manchester City’s final Premier League match of the season against Aston Villa,
Guardiola admitted that he feels emotionally and mentally exhausted after nearly two decades of nonstop football management.
The 55-year-old coach said he plans to step away from coaching for a while in order to rest and spend more time with his family.
Guardiola’s departure marks the end of a golden era for Manchester City.
Since arriving from Bayern Munich in 2016, he has transformed the club into one of the most dominant teams in world football.
Under his leadership, City won multiple Premier League titles, FA Cups, League Cups, and their historic first UEFA Champions League trophy.
During his emotional farewell message, Guardiola thanked the fans,
players, and staff for their unwavering support throughout his journey in Manchester.
He described his time at the club as “an incredible adventure” and said the memories created over the past decade would remain with him forever.
Reports suggest that former Manchester City assistant coach Enzo Maresca is expected to become the club’s next manager once Guardiola officially steps down this summer.
Meanwhile, Guardiola will remain connected to the club through a new ambassadorial role with City Football Group.
Fans across the football world have reacted emotionally to the news,
praising Guardiola for changing the style of football in the Premier League and building one of the greatest teams in modern football history.
His final game in charge is expected to be an emotional occasion
as Manchester City supporters prepare to say goodbye to a legendary manager who delivered unforgettable success to the club.
