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According to a report by Metro Sport, on Monday May 18, 2026, growing uncertainty has emerged around the future of Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, with fresh claims suggesting he could be preparing to bring his long stay at the club to an end.
The report indicates that talks within football circles have intensified in recent days, with suggestions that the Spanish manager may step down once the current season concludes, even though he remains contracted beyond this campaign. The speculation has sparked major attention across the Premier League due to the scale of his influence at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City still have important fixtures ahead, including matches against Bournemouth and Aston Villa, but these games are now being viewed by some as potentially marking the closing stages of Guardiola’s era in charge.
Since taking over in 2016 after previous successful spells with FC Barcelona and Bayern Munich, Guardiola has reshaped Manchester City into one of the most dominant teams in world football. His tenure has delivered six Premier League titles and a string of domestic trophies that have defined a period of sustained success.
His greatest achievement came in the UEFA Champions League 2023 Final, where City completed a historic treble, cementing Guardiola’s legacy as one of the most successful managers in modern football.
This season has also added further silverware to his collection, with Manchester City lifting both the FA Cup and League Cup, reinforcing their continued dominance under his leadership.
Despite ongoing rumours, Guardiola has remained careful in his public comments, repeatedly stating that he is still under contract and fully focused on completing the season with his squad.
However, reports continue to suggest that planning for a possible transition is already taking shape behind the scenes, with several high-profile names being mentioned as potential successors should he depart.
Guardiola’s impact on English football remains immense, with his tactical approach and trophy record placing him among the most influential managers the Premier League has ever seen.
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