Manchester City’s multi-titled coach, Pep Guardiola, has extended his contract by two years, bringing his commitment until 2027, the reigning four-time English champion club announced on Thursday. This announcement puts an end to speculation surrounding the 53-year-old Spaniard, appointed in 2016 and whose previous contract expired at the end of the current season.
The former FC Barcelona midfielder, who became one of the most influential coaches of the 21st century, had refused in recent weeks to comment on his personal future. And the recent departure of Football director Txiki Begiristain, close to Guardiola, had done nothing to dispel doubts. Swept away Thursday evening in a club press release.
With “Pep”, Manchester City have won six of the last seven league titles. The club from the northwest of England also got their hands on the Champions League in 2023. In total, the former Barça and Bayern Munich coach has won fifteen major trophies with the “Citizens”, a haul that also includes two FA Cup titles, four League Cup titles, a European Super Cup and a Club World Cup.
