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Guardiola to step down as Man City boss

ESPN · May 22, 2026, 11:44 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • The 55-year-old will take charge of his final game against Aston Villa on Sunday before bringing to an end his trophy-laden 10-year stay at the Etihad Stadium.
  • Guardiola has chosen to take advantage of a break clause in his contract -- set to run until June 2027 -- and leave a year early.
  • Pep Guardiola's decade at Manchester City is set to end.

Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.

The 55-year-old will take charge of his final game against Aston Villa on Sunday before bringing to an end his trophy-laden 10-year stay at the Etihad Stadium.

Guardiola has chosen to take advantage of a break clause in his contract -- set to run until June 2027 -- and leave a year early.

Pep Guardiola's decade at Manchester City is set to end. Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images.He will take up a role as global ambassador and will give technical advice to clubs within the City Football Group.

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