Following the announcement that Txiki Begiristain, Guardiola’s close friend and sports director of Manchester City, is poised to depart, conjecture about Pep Guardiola’s future at the club has become more intense. Beginning his leave some time ago, especially following City’s historic triple-winning season in 2022-23, Begiristain, who was instrumental in forming City’s recruitment strategy and supporting Guardiola over his career, has been arranging his departure.
Fabrizio Romano claims that Guardiola’s position at Manchester City is currently safe even with Begiristain’s leaving. The board wants the Spanish manager retained past his present deal, which runs until 2025. City has already decided that Sporting CP’s Hugo Viana is the preferred successor for Begiristain, therefore guaranteeing a seamless change inside the club hierarchy.
At the end, Guardiola’s choice to remain at the Etihad rests in his hands. Emphasizing their continuous conviction in his vision and managerial style despite the departure of his long-time friend, the club’s leadership is dedicated to convincing him to keep managing the team.
