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Published on 2024-01-31 09:30:00
Pep Guardiola recently hinted at the possibility of extending his contract with Manchester City, sparking questions about his long-term future at the club.
With the news of Jurgen Klopp’s impending departure from Liverpool, Guardiola is set to become the Premier League’s longest-tenured active manager.
Despite previously suggesting a contract extension, Guardiola now acknowledges that football situations can change rapidly.
During a recent press conference, Guardiola remained vague about his future plans, emphasizing his focus on the present and the current season.
He expressed uncertainty about what will happen next and emphasized his commitment to doing his best in the here and now.
“I try to do my best during this season,” he said. “And this time together, and hopefully, I don’t know.
“At the end, what we are doing is trying to do our best when we are involved, when we are here. I’m not thinking much about what we’ll leave for the next people who are going to be in charge.
“I don’t know. I’m so concerned and focused about the day-by-day and after I don’t know.”
Guardiola also noted that he feels good at the moment, but recognizes that circumstances in football can shift quickly.
“I think we have time, we have time. Now I feel really good, like always I have been, but in football situations change a lot.
“Still I have my opinion that when you have one year and a half left on your contract, it’s a lot, a lot of time in world football. We take time, we have time.”
As the City boss grapples with questions about his future, he also faces the challenge of closing the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool.
With the team currently trailing by five points in the standings, Guardiola will need to maintain his focus on the current campaign.
Additionally, City remains active in both the FA Cup and the Champions League, with upcoming matches against Luton Town and FC Copenhagen, respectively.
Looking ahead, Manchester City is preparing for a match against struggling Burnley, who are fighting to avoid relegation.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Guardiola’s future, the team remains dedicated to their current goals and objectives in the various competitions.
Guardiola’s future at Manchester City may be uncertain, but for now, he and his team are fully focused on the present and the challenges that lie ahead in the current season.
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