Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is set to depart the club after 10 years, according to widespread reports. The timing of the news has drawn surprise from pundit Gary Neville.
Reports first emerged from The Daily Mail and were confirmed by multiple outlets that Guardiola will leave at the conclusion of the current campaign. Speculation about his future had persisted throughout the season, with many expecting this to be his final year at the Etihad Stadium. The announcement broke while Arsenal defeated Burnley 1-0 to extend their lead over City at the Premier League summit.