Pep Guardiola stepping down as Manchester City manager after 10 years
Guardiola led the club to 20 major trophies, including six Premier League titles.
Pep Guardiola announced on Friday that he will be stepping down after 10 seasons as Manchester City manager following the conclusion of the 2025-26 Premier League season this weekend. Guardiola, 55, joined Manchester City in 2016 after managing Barcelona and Bayern Munich from 2008-2016. In 10 seasons with The Blues, he led them to 20 major trophies, which includes six Premier League titles, three FA Cups, and the 2023 Champions League title.
Play 2026 Soccer Pick 'Em with FOX One and make your picks for the world's biggest soccer tournament “Don’t ask me the reasons I’m leaving,” said Guardiola in a farewell message to fans. “There is no reason, but deep inside, I know it’s my time. Nothing is eternal, if it was, I would be here.
Eternal will be the feeling, the people, the memories, the love I have for my Manchester City. ” "What a time we have had together. " 🩵 pic.
twitter. com/WpkFecBYT4 — Manchester City (@ManCity) May 22, 2026 This story will be updated.