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According to a report by Football.london, on Friday May 22, 2026, Pep Guardiola has confirmed he will leave Manchester City at the end of the season, closing a transformative chapter that redefined both the club and the modern English game.
The 55-year-old will take charge of his final match on Sunday, when City host Aston Villa, bringing to an end a 10-year tenure that delivered 17 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and a long-awaited Champions League triumph.
In a deeply personal farewell message, Guardiola made clear that his decision was driven not by circumstance, but by instinct.
“Don’t ask me the reasons I’m leaving,” he said. “There is no reason, but deep inside, I know it’s my time. Nothing is eternal, if it was, I would still be here.”
His reflection extended beyond football. Guardiola spoke about his connection to Manchester, describing it as a city shaped by “work, graft and history,” and praised the unity shown in moments of hardship.
“This city showed the world what strength looks like, not anger, not fear, just love and togetherness,” he said.
He also acknowledged the personal support he received during difficult periods, including the loss of his mother during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“The fans, the staff, the people of Manchester, you gave me strength when I needed it most,” he added.
Under Guardiola, City not only dominated domestically but also evolved stylistically, setting new benchmarks for positional play, pressing structures and technical consistency.
Club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak described his influence as “an evolution that cannot be undone,” while chief executive Ferran Soriano said his impact would shape the club “for generations.”
Although City fell short in this season’s title race, with Arsenal crowned champions, Guardiola still departs having secured a domestic double, underlining his ability to sustain elite performance even in transition.
His likely successor is Enzo Maresca, who has already held discussions with the club as they prepare for a new era.
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