With his contract set to expire in June 2024, anticipation is growing over Guardiola’s future, particularly given the Premier League’s investigation into Manchester City’s alleged violations of Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules. . The club is currently facing 115 charges, and the case is being heard by an independent panel in London. A final verdict is expected next year. If the charges are proven, City could face significant sanctions, although he maintains his innocence. Yet despite the legal battles and looming speculation, Guardiola remains steadfast in his loyalty to City.
According to the Manchester Evening News, City fans have taken action, raising more than £1,000 to fund a banner that begs their beloved manager to stay at the helm of the club by signing a new contract. The banner, on which the words are written “Pep Guardiola, we want you to stay” in Catalan, will be revealed in the near future.
Guardiola begged by supporters
Speaking to the media about his connection with the club and fans, Guardiola said: “I fell in love (with the fans) from the first day here. What will happen will happen. I am part of this club. It’s deep inside me. »
Guardiola has made it clear that he has full confidence in Manchester City’s management and stressed that his loyalty is unwavering, regardless of the potential consequences of the ongoing investigation into the club’s financial conduct.
“I trust the owners, especially the president for the relationship, the CEOs and everyone who has worked here for many years,” he declared. “I know them well, more than any of you. For the people around, but the best way to defend ourselves is to do our job as best as possible. Everyone who works here has their responsibility. My responsibility is to hold my players by the hand and win games together.
“Of course I am part of this club, I love this club and I always will. This can’t be any different from how they’ve treated me since day one. It’s impossible, when you give something and they give me a lot. The rest are the consequences. The best way to defend the club is to win matches,”
he declared again.
“There is no mistaking why I am here. At the same time, I am the person who speaks the most through the media and sends messages to the supporters. Of course, I want to defend my club. » Guardiola will defend City’s crest next Saturday against Fulham in a Premier League encounter.
