Long-serving Manchester City football director Txiki Begiristain is scheduled to depart his post at the end of the 2024–25 season. Originally intending to cut his responsibilities five years ago, the 60-year-old, who has been instrumental in City’s success, decided to stay with the club instead.
The Athletic claims that Begiristain has lately chosen to back off and has the approval of the club’s management. His leaving coincides with already conjecture about the future of manager Pep Guardiola, whose present contract expires in 2025.
City Sequencing Planning
The champions of the Premier League have apparently secured a deal with Begiristain’s replacement, who will take up the Director of Football post in early 2025. Begiristain will spend six months with the club helping to ensure a seamless succession of his responsibilities.
Overseeing recruiting and player development that has resulted in several Premier League titles, FA Cups, and most recently, the sought-after Champions League trophy, Begiristain has been instrumental in defining Manchester City’s present age of success. Starting their time at Barcelona, his relationship with Guardiola has been crucial in producing the world-class squad City now possesses.
The Future Uncertain of Guardiola
Given Guardiola’s future is also unknown, Begiristain’s leaving begs issues regarding the club’s course in the next years. The team’s unmatched success has been driven by the pair, therefore them leaving in close proximity could indicate a phase of transformation at Etihad Stadium.
Fans will be attentively observing Manchester City as it gets ready for this major leadership change.
