Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, has announced that he will stop coaching after his current contract with the team expires in the summer of 2027. Although he confirmed he would take a break after this period, it remains unclear whether he will retire from coaching entirely or return to the coaching scene at a later time.

This announcement came in comments made by Guardiola before his team’s match against Wolverhampton in the Premier League. He indicated that he would leave the coaching world after his contract with City ends, which was extended in November 2024 to run until the summer of 2027, instead of the originally planned summer of 2025.

Guardiola: "I Will Stop Coaching After My Contract with City"
In his remarks, which attracted a lot of attention, Guardiola said: "My future after my contract with Manchester City? I will stop coaching, and that is a confirmed decision. But I don’t know if I will retire completely or not, but for sure, I will take a period of rest." This statement confirms the Spanish coach’s desire to stop after a career filled with achievements at Manchester City, which included numerous domestic and international titles, notably the UEFA Champions League.

Guardiola’s Contract Extension with Manchester City
It’s worth noting that Guardiola signed a contract extension with Manchester City in November 2024 for an additional two years, after his contract was originally set to end in the summer of 2025. With this extension, the Spanish manager will continue leading the team until the summer of 2027, reflecting the high regard he has earned from both the club's management and fans.

Under Guardiola’s leadership, Manchester City has won numerous local and international titles, including the Premier League, the FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League, making it one of the top clubs in Europe in recent years.

Manchester City vs. Wolverhampton Match
As for the upcoming match between Manchester City and Wolverhampton in Round 35 of the Premier League, Manchester City is set to play with the aim of strengthening its position at the top of the table and continuing its title challenge. The match will be a new challenge for the team, which aims to secure a victory and widen its lead over its competitors.

Manchester City’s Starting Lineup Against Wolverhampton
Guardiola announced the starting lineup for the match against Wolverhampton, which includes:

Goalkeeper: Ederson.

Defense: Nunes, Dias, Gvardiol, Auriol.

Midfield: Gundogan, Kovacic, De Bruyne.

Attack: Bernardo Silva, Omar Marmoush, Jeremy Doku.

This lineup reflects the offensive and defensive strength that Manchester City possesses under Guardiola’s leadership. The attack is expected to be quick and varied, led by the duo of Bernardo Silva and Jeremy Doku, while Ederson continues to protect the team’s goal.

The Upcoming Challenge: Wolverhampton
As for Wolverhampton, they enter the match in a difficult situation and will look to pull off a surprise against one of the strongest clubs in England. Despite the struggles Wolverhampton faces this season, they will try their best to put on a performance worthy of their reputation against a big team like Manchester City.

What’s Next After Manchester City?
The biggest question remains about Pep Guardiola’s future after his contract with Manchester City ends in the summer of 2027. Will he retire completely, or will he take on new challenges elsewhere? The coming period may be filled with speculation about this matter, but what’s certain is that Guardiola will remain one of the greatest coaches in football history, whether he decides to return to coaching or retire entirely.

In conclusion, football fans expect the upcoming period to be filled with achievements and excitement, especially with Guardiola continuing to lead Manchester City until the summer of 2027, which could mark the final chapter in his illustrious coaching career.