Pep Guardiola has renewed his contract with Manchester City until 2027, the English club announced this Thursday.
Information published by the English press pointed to an agreement until 2026. However, the new agreement is valid until 2027.
“I’m not going to move, I can assure you,” said the 53-year-old coach in the video published by Manchester City.
Thus, Guardiola will spend more than a decade at the helm of the “Citizens”. Since 2016, it has won the Champions League, Club World Cup, European Super Cup, Premier League (6), Cup (2), League Cup (4) and Super Cup (3).
In short, after 490 games, Guardiola has accumulated 18 trophies.
This season, Manchester City occupies second place in the Premier League and 10th in the Champions League. At the beginning of the season, Guardiola won his third English Super Cup.
Once continuity is confirmed, Guardiola will work with Portuguese Hugo Viana, already announced as the club’s next sporting director, starting next season.
Guardiola: “I felt like I couldn’t leave now”
“Manchester City means a lot to me. It’s my ninth season here, we’ve experienced so many incredible things together. I have a very special feeling for this club. I’ve said this many times, but I have everything a coach could ever want and I truly appreciate that. I hope we can add more trophies to what we have already won. It will be my focus”, said Guardiola, speaking to the club’s channels.
The coach also mentioned that he felt like he couldn’t leave now. «I felt like I couldn’t leave now, simple as that. Don’t ask me why. Maybe the four losses were the reason I felt like I couldn’t leave. I felt that the club still wants me, or the fact that we are together and that is the reason why we signed”, explained the coach.
«I like being here, I like my job, I like being a coach at this club. I have said many times, many years ago, that the moment I don’t feel this way, even with a contract, I will call the president and the executive director and say that the best thing is for me to leave. I don’t feel that now and that’s why I extended it a little longer», he added.
Pep Guardiola Renews Contract with Manchester City Until 2027: The Future Looks Bright (or Boring?)
Well, folks, we’ve just hit a milestone in the world of football: Pep Guardiola has officially renewed his contract with Manchester City until 2027! Apparently, he didn’t feel like he could leave yet. Three words, Pep: It’s a trap! Not to mention that, well, “I’ve got everything a coach could want” makes you wonder if “everything” includes a decent Wi-Fi connection to watch the latest season of “The Crown” during boring matches.
According to the latest gossip—sorry, I mean “information” reported by the English press—everyone was convinced Pep would be off by 2026. You know, like those writers who say the world will end every other Tuesday. But alas, he’s extended it to an additional year. That’s one more year of tactical genius, and nothing makes a fan happier than hoping for a cup win while knowing deep down that the highlight of the season will probably be the midweek pint with the mates.
At 53, Pep’s still got it, declaring, “I’m not going to move, I can assure you.” Well, I’m relieved—you know what they say: behind every successful man is a trail of soiled training sessions and a good dose of existential dread. And speaking of existential dread, let’s talk about that trophy cabinet… Or should I say trophy warehouse? Since stepping into the City dugout in 2016, Pep’s racked up an impressive 18 trophies in just under 500 games! Every time he walks past that cabinet, he must think, “Blimey, I could open a pawn shop with this lot!”
So, where are they now? Manchester City currently sits in a cushy second place in the Premier League and is giving everyone a good laugh with a delightful 10th spot in the Champions League. But fear not, because who needs Europe when you can throw a celebratory party for your third English Super Cup? It’s basically the football equivalent of winning a family game of Monopoly: “Yay, I made it out of jail! Who wants to play again?”
Guardiola has also shared a special moment with the fans in a charming video where he expresses, “Manchester City means a lot to me.” Well, that’s one way to score brownie points; as a coach, you’re basically the dad helping everyone navigate their way through a mid-life crisis while simultaneously trying not to be overbearing. He’s had his ups and downs—much like my love life, really—highlighted by a gut-wrenching four losses that might be just enough to make anyone consider a mid-season sabbatical in Ibiza.
“I felt like I couldn’t leave now,” Pep added, which really resonates, especially after binge-watching shows about people who just can’t cut ties with their exes. “Maybe the four losses were the reason,” he mused. A classic defense mechanism: blaming the losses instead of just the lack of a decent defense. Let’s not forget his philosophical touch, stating that “the moment I don’t feel this way, I’ll call the president.” It sounds a bit dramatic, doesn’t it? But hey, who doesn’t love a good pep talk shortly before dropping the mic?
Now with the news of sporting director Hugo Viana stepping in, it’s safe to say that Pep is building a football empire that is destined to either conquer the world or implode spectacularly like a badly assembled IKEA wardrobe. Regardless, Leicester City needs to watch out next time they play against Pep’s men because thinks just became a whole lot more interesting. Here’s to hoping his new contract doesn’t end with a ‘resignation under mysterious circumstances’ headline, but hey, nothing’s off the table in the chaotic world of football!
So, to summarize: Guardiola and Manchester City are officially riding this rollercoaster together until 2027. Hang on tight, folks; it’s going to be a wild ride, filled with dramatic highs, occasional lows, and plenty of moments that make you furrow your brows as if pondering the world’s deep philosophical questions… like why your mates always show up five minutes after the match has started.
In a highly anticipated announcement this Thursday, Manchester City revealed that Pep Guardiola has committed his future to the club by signing a contract extension that will keep him at the helm until 2027.
While reports circulating in the English media initially suggested an extension until 2026, the new agreement actually extends his tenure for an additional year, solidifying his role as the club’s managerial cornerstone.
“I’m not going to move, I can assure you,” declared the 53-year-old coach in a heartfelt video shared by Manchester City, a statement that reassures fans of his dedication.
With this extension, Guardiola is set to surpass a remarkable decade in charge of the “Citizens,” a period marked by exceptional success. Since his arrival in 2016, he has guided the team to an impressive array of honors, including the UEFA Champions League, the Club World Cup, the European Super Cup, six Premier League titles, two FA Cups, four League Cups, and three Community Shields, tallying an incredible 18 trophies across 490 matches.
This season, as Manchester City pursues further glory, they currently sit in second place in the Premier League while navigating the challenges of the Champions League, where they find themselves in 10th position. Guardiola has already secured his third English Super Cup at the onset of the season, showcasing his relentless pursuit of excellence.
Looking ahead, Guardiola’s continuity will see him partner with Hugo Viana, the newly announced sporting director, in shaping the club’s future starting next season, promising an exciting era for Manchester City.
Guardiola: “I felt like I couldn’t leave now”
Reflecting on his decision to stay, Guardiola expressed: “Manchester City means a lot to me. It’s my ninth season here, we’ve experienced so many incredible things together. I have a very special feeling for this club. I’ve said this many times, but I have everything a coach could ever want and I truly appreciate that. I hope we can add more trophies to what we have already won. It will be my focus”, conveying his deep connection to the team.
The seasoned coach also shared his sentiment about continuity, stating, “I felt like I couldn’t leave now, simple as that. Don’t ask me why. Maybe the four losses were the reason I felt like I couldn’t leave. I felt that the club still wants me, or the fact that we are together and that is the reason why we signed,” elucidating the emotional factors influencing his long-term commitment.
Guardiola underscored his passion for his role, saying, “I like being here, I like my job, I like being a coach at this club. I have said many times, many years ago, that the moment I don’t feel this way, even with a contract, I will call the president and the executive director and say that the best thing is for me to leave. I don’t feel that now and that’s why I extended it a little longer,” reiterating his unwavering dedication to the club.
