Manchester City News
By Tom Procter
Published on 2024-10-10 09:00:00
Manchester City fans were shocked to hear that director of football Txiki Begiristain will be leaving the club at the end of the season. The search is now on for a replacement, with Hugo Viana and Andoni Zubizarretta being linked to the role. Despite the admiration for potential successors, many see Begiristain’s departure as a loss, as he has been integral to the success of the club in recent years, working closely with Pep Guardiola.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano shared more information on Begiristain’s next move, revealing that the Spaniard will not be retiring but instead taking a sabbatical before deciding on his future in the football industry. Begiristain’s departure is seen as a blow for Manchester City, as he played a crucial role in building a world-class squad and attracting Guardiola to the club, leaving some fans feeling uneasy about the transition.
Romano described Begiristain as a “Spanish living legend of football” and one of the best directors of football in the game’s history, highlighting the impact he had on City’s success. It remains to be seen where Begiristain will go next after his sabbatical, with speculation that he could take up a role at another club. Despite the uncertainty, his achievements at City suggest that he will have no shortage of opportunities in the future.
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