- Pep Guardiola has concluded his decade-long tenure as Manchester City manager, with his final match ending in a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa.
- During his 10 years, Guardiola led City to an unprecedented 20 trophies, including six Premier League titles and their first Champions League.
- Former assistant Enzo Maresca is considered the frontrunner to succeed Guardiola, who has pledged to contact his replacement to offer advice.
- Guardiola, who plans to take a break, confirmed his exit was planned for some time and advised his successor to “Be yourself and the club will support you unconditionally”.
- Long-serving players Bernardo Silva and John Stones also made their farewell appearances, receiving guards of honour and reflecting on their successful time at the club.
Pep Guardiola to offer advice to Man City successor
