Pep Guardiola is set to bring his historic Manchester City reign to an end following reports confirming that the Spanish manager will leave the club at the conclusion of the 2025/26 season, closing a decade-long chapter that transformed both Manchester City and English football.
Since arriving at the Etihad Stadium in 2016, Guardiola has overseen one of the most successful managerial eras in football history. Under his leadership, Manchester City developed into a dominant force domestically and internationally, collecting multiple Premier League titles, FA Cups, League Cups, and the club’s first-ever UEFA Champions League trophy.
The 55-year-old manager leaves behind a legacy built on tactical innovation, possession-based football, and a style of play that reshaped expectations across the Premier League. His influence extended beyond trophies, helping establish Manchester City as one of the world’s most recognizable football institutions.
Reports indicate that Guardiola’s departure comes despite having time remaining on his current contract, with the manager believed to feel that the moment is right to step away after ten years at the club.
His farewell has already sparked emotional reactions among players and supporters, particularly during Manchester City’s recent trophy celebrations, where thousands of fans gathered to honor the manager’s contribution to the club’s most successful era.
Attention is now shifting toward the future, with several names linked to the managerial position. Former Manchester City assistant Enzo Maresca has emerged as one of the leading candidates to potentially succeed Guardiola and continue the club’s footballing project.
As Guardiola prepares for his final matches in charge, the end of his Manchester City tenure marks more than just a managerial departure — it signals the closing chapter of one of the most influential periods in modern football history.
