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Pep Guardiola, the legendary Spanish manager, has left Manchester City after a highly successful tenure that included twenty trophies. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Guardiola is expected to decline an offer to coach the Italian national team due to his high salary demands. The Catalan coach announced he will take a break from coaching, citing a need to rest. His departure was marked by emotional farewells, tributes from players like Haaland and Gündogan, and congratulations from the British Prime Minister. Reports indicate Guardiola was angry about leaks regarding his departure timing. The article also notes that Italy made efforts to seduce him, including meetings with Leonardo and Maldini, but Guardiola's greed reportedly scuttled the deal.
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Guardiola Expected to Decline Italy's Offer
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Pep Guardiola is expected to refuse the role of head coach of the Italian national team, primarily due to the high salary demands of the Catalan manager.
This follows reports that:
- Italy is making every effort to persuade Guardiola, with "exceptions" being made
- Leonardo and Maldini met with Guardiola to offer him the position
Guardiola Announces Break from Coaching
Pep Guardiola has stated he will "take a break" from his coaching career, saying: "I'm going to rest."
End of an Era at Manchester City
The English press announced that Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City at the end of the season. Arriving in July 2016, the Spanish coach has won everything, amassing 20 trophies and establishing himself as one of the greatest managers in Premier League history.
Key Developments
- Guardiola leaves City with an impressive trophy haul
- He released an emotional farewell video, stating "nothing is eternal"
- Tributes poured in from players including Haaland and Gündogan
- Guardiola received congratulations from the British Prime Minister
- Bernardo Silva shared a heartfelt farewell, calling it "fucking fun"
Behind the Scenes
- Guardiola was reportedly "furious about the timing" after information about his departure was leaked, leading to a late-night phone meeting.
- He stated he must "talk" with his president before clarifying his future.
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Pep Guardiola Leaves Manchester City, Reportedly Declines Italy National Team Offer