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Pep Guardiola's three-word hint on Barcelona return

Pep Guardiola's three-word hint on Barcelona return
Published 11 months ago on Jun 11, 2024

Pep Guardiola Shuts Door on Barcelona Return, Hints at Manchester City Exit.

Pep Guardiola Shuts Door on Barcelona Return, Hints at Manchester City Exit

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has definitively ruled out a return to his former club Barcelona, but left his future at the Etihad Stadium uncertain after hinting that next season could be his last.

Guardiola, whose current contract expires next year, has enjoyed immense success at City, leading them to a record-breaking fourth consecutive Premier League title in the 2022-23 season. This accomplishment marked his sixth league title in just seven years as a manager. The Spaniard also guided City to a historic treble in the 2020-21 season, securing the Premier League, FA Cup, and the club's first-ever Champions League trophy.

Despite his achievements, Guardiola has remained tight-lipped about his long-term plans at City. However, he has definitively closed the door on a potential return to Barcelona. When questioned about a second stint at the Catalan club during a press conference at his annual golf tournament, The Legends Trophy, Guardiola delivered a clear three-word response: "It's a door that is closed."

This comes after a disappointing season for Barcelona in 2023-24. Under manager Xavi, the team finished trophyless and a significant ten points behind rivals Real Madrid in La Liga. Xavi's departure from the club paved the way for the appointment of German manager Hansi Flick, who was frequently compared to Guardiola during his time at Bayern Munich.

Addressing these comparisons, Guardiola emphasized that he had no control over such viewpoints. "What is certain is that it's not my fault," he stated. "I've been away from Barcelona for 11 or 12 years. I'm not a suspect in that sense."

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Pep Guardiola Shuts Door on Barcelona Return, Hints at Manchester City Exit.

Pep Guardiola Shuts Door on Barcelona Return, Hints at Manchester City Exit

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has definitively ruled out a return to his former club Barcelona, but left his future at the Etihad Stadium uncertain after hinting that next season could be his last.

Guardiola, whose current contract expires next year, has enjoyed immense success at City, leading them to a record-breaking fourth consecutive Premier League title in the 2022-23 season. This accomplishment marked his sixth league title in just seven years as a manager. The Spaniard also guided City to a historic treble in the 2020-21 season, securing the Premier League, FA Cup, and the club's first-ever Champions League trophy.

Despite his achievements, Guardiola has remained tight-lipped about his long-term plans at City. However, he has definitively closed the door on a potential return to Barcelona. When questioned about a second stint at the Catalan club during a press conference at his annual golf tournament, The Legends Trophy, Guardiola delivered a clear three-word response: "It's a door that is closed."

This comes after a disappointing season for Barcelona in 2023-24. Under manager Xavi, the team finished trophyless and a significant ten points behind rivals Real Madrid in La Liga. Xavi's departure from the club paved the way for the appointment of German manager Hansi Flick, who was frequently compared to Guardiola during his time at Bayern Munich.

Addressing these comparisons, Guardiola emphasized that he had no control over such viewpoints. "What is certain is that it's not my fault," he stated. "I've been away from Barcelona for 11 or 12 years. I'm not a suspect in that sense."

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