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Pep Guardiola hints at potential contract extension with Manchester City

Gifted Markson

In a recent statement, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has hinted at the possibility of signing a new contract with the club.

Despite previous comments suggesting he might be closer to leaving, Guardiola clarified his stance, saying, โ€œI have said I am closer to leaving Man Cityโ€ฆ but I did NOT say Iโ€™m leaving Man City!โ€

Guardiola emphasized that he is not ruling out a contract extension, stating, โ€œIโ€™m NOT ruling out absolutely that I sign a new deal.โ€

He added that any decision would be made carefully, taking into consideration both his own and the playersโ€™ perspectives: โ€œI want to be sure itโ€™s the right decision not just for me but for the players, if they run no matter competitionโ€ฆ that is what I have to see. But yes, I love being here.โ€

Expressing his affection for the club and his desire to stay, Guardiola also mentioned a specific future aspiration: โ€œIโ€™d love, love, love, love to be Man City manager at the World Cup for Clubs in 2025. Iโ€™d really love to stay!โ€

As speculation continues about his future, Guardiolaโ€™s comments provide a hopeful sign for Manchester City fans eager to see him remain at the helm.