Report: Pep Guardiola makes Manchester City decision

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has reportedly agreed to stay at the club for at least one more year, according to the New York Times. This decision ends speculation about his departure and paves the way for him to complete a decade in charge since his arrival in 2016.

Guardiola’s choice to remain at City comes despite the impending exit of Txiki Begiristain, the club’s long-time director of football, who will leave at the end of the season. Many thought Begiristain’s departure might signal the end of Guardiola’s time at City, but the manager has decided to stay and focus on cementing his legacy.

By 2026, Guardiola will have spent 10 years with Manchester City – the longest stint of his managerial career, surpassing his time at Barcelona and Bayern Munich.

Since joining Manchester City, Guardiola has transformed the club into one of the most successful teams in football history. Under his leadership, they have won six Premier League titles, several domestic trophies, and their first UEFA Champions League in the treble-winning 2022/23 season.

If City win the Premier League this season, it will mark a record fifth consecutive league title, further solidifying Guardiola’s place among the greatest managers in football history.

Although City had a rough spell before the international break, losing four consecutive games across all competitions, they are still just five points behind Liverpool in the league race. Guardiola’s decision to extend his stay reflects his determination to guide City back to top form and continue their pursuit of trophies.

For Premier League rivals, Guardiola’s commitment is a clear warning that Manchester City’s dominance is far from over.