The future of Pep Guardiola has once again shaken European football after the Daily Mail reported that the Spanish manager could leave Manchester City at the end of the current Premier League season.

According to the British outlet, next Sunday’s match against Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium would be Guardiola’s final game in charge of the “Citizens,” closing a legendary chapter that began in 2016.

The news has not yet been officially confirmed by either the club or the coach, but reports in England suggest that an announcement could be imminent and that conversations with sponsors regarding Guardiola’s departure have already taken place internally.

Several reports also claim that Manchester City is preparing a special farewell for the Spanish manager, including a possible parade through the streets of Manchester to celebrate one of the most successful periods in the club’s history.

Guardiola Could End His City Era Earlier Than Expected

Although Pep Guardiola remains under contract until 2027, reports suggest the manager is willing to end his cycle one year earlier than originally planned.

According to information published by the Daily Mail, emotional and sporting exhaustion may have influenced the decision, with the coach reportedly maintaining his position even after recently winning the FA Cup.

The possibility of his departure becomes even more significant considering the intense Premier League title race against Arsenal, with the London club currently holding the advantage in the standings.

Some English media outlets have even suggested that Guardiola could announce his decision before Sunday if Manchester City mathematically loses its remaining title chances beforehand.

A Historic Legacy in English Football

Regardless of how the season ends, the impact of Pep Guardiola at Manchester City is already considered one of the most influential managerial eras in English football history.

Since arriving at the Etihad Stadium, the Spanish coach has managed 591 matches and won 20 trophies, including six Premier League titles, one Champions League trophy, multiple domestic cups, and the first European title in the club’s history.

Beyond the silverware, Guardiola completely transformed the football identity of the City side and turned the club into a global reference point thanks to his dominant and attacking style of play.

Reports also indicate that the club already holds advanced talks with Enzo Maresca, Guardiola’s former assistant and a coach with Premier League experience, to become his potential successor.

For now, uncertainty surrounds Guardiola’s future, but in England many already believe the end of one of Manchester City’s greatest eras may be approaching.

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