Pep Guardiola Dismisses England Manager Rumors
His current focus is on leading Manchester City to further success this season, with the team competing in multiple competitions.
Manchester City Manager Pep Guardiola.Photo/Daily Express.
Pep Guardiola has recently dismissed rumors suggesting he could take over as England’s national team manager, reaffirming his commitment to Manchester City, where he remains focused on the current season.
Speaking during an appearance on the Italian TV show Che Tempo Che Fa, Guardiola was asked about speculation linking him to the England role once Gareth Southgate steps down.
In response, Guardiola firmly stated, “It’s not true. I’m Manchester City’s manager.” However, he left a hint of uncertainty, adding, “I haven’t decided anything yet; anything can happen,” reflecting some ambiguity about his future plans as his contract with City expires at the end of the 2023-2024 season.
Guardiola has been a transformative force at Manchester City since his arrival in 2016.
Under his leadership, the club has enjoyed an unprecedented level of success, including six Premier League titles and a historic treble in 2023, which included winning the Champions League for the first time in the club’s history.
His tactical innovations, including his use of positional play and ability to evolve the team’s playing style, have made him one of the most respected managers globally.
Despite his success, Guardiola’s future has been a topic of speculation due to his contract ending in the summer of 2024. While he hasn’t ruled out extending his stay in Manchester, he remains open to exploring other opportunities, including international management.
The Football Association (FA) is reportedly interested in him as a potential successor to Southgate, whose tenure could end after Euro 2024.
Guardiola has often been linked with international roles, but he has never managed a national team.
His current focus is on leading Manchester City to further success this season, with the team competing in multiple competitions, including defending their Premier League and Champions League titles.
As of now, the 53-year-old is content in Manchester but remains open to possibilities in the future, fueling continued speculation about his next career move.
For now, Guardiola remains firmly at the helm of Manchester City, with his immediate priorities focused on securing more silverware for the club, but the question of whether he might eventually transition to managing a national team lingers in the background.
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