Manchester City is going through difficult days. Beyond the good sporting and financial present of the institution, the legal troubles with the Premier League and the possible departure of Pep Guardiola at the end of 2024/25 generate uncertainty both in the board and in the 'sky blue' fans. In the press conference prior to the clash against Fulham, the former FC Barcelona coach did not hesitate to defend the 'cityzens' with respect to the Premier League complaints, although he did not rule out his options of leaving in July of next year.
"There have been complicated situations in these almost nine years that I have been here. Some expected, others more difficult to defer. But I am not complaining. I am part of this club, not just the coach. I love Manchester City and it will always be that way," he commented. the mister However, when asked about his future at the institution, the Catalan was more elusive, leaving the door open for him to leave at the end of 2024/25, as established in his contract.
The initiative of City fans to convince Guardiola to stay
This Saturday, the 'sky blue' fans will display a huge banner at the Etihad Stadium with a message in support of Pep's continuity during City-Fulham. A group of fans was in charge of raising 1,000 pounds to carry out an initiative that, although it has generated empathy in the Catalan coach, will hardly have any bearing on his future. The one from Santpedor ends his contract in July 2025 and, after nine years with the 'cityzens', he seems ready to try his luck at another team.
"Pay me the bill and I will pay you whatever the banner costs. I thank you very much for your love. I fell in love with this club from the first day I arrived here. Whatever has to happen, will happen," commented Guardiola regarding the famous banner. The coach has maintained his support for the board in the midst of the trial that the Premier League has open against the club for 115 infractions of financial 'Fair Play'. City could suffer harsh sanctions ranging from astronomical fines to loss of category, but the final ruling will still take a few weeks to occur. Beyond the resolution of the scandal, the former FC Barcelona coach has already made the decision to leave England, although he will not communicate his decision until next year.