Pep Guardiola has played down comments he made after winning the title in May, hinting that he could still extend his deal beyond next summer
Guardiola has not ruled out staying beyond next summerThe City manager appeared to hint in May that next season could be his last at the club, saying he was “closer to leaving than staying”. But speaking to reporters during the current pre-season tour of the United States, Guardiola opened the door to extending his tenure.“When I’m leaving, I will say I’m leaving, but I didn’t say that,” Guardiola told reporters before City’s friendly against Milan at New York’s Yankee Stadium.
“Nine years today in the same club is an eternity,” added the manager, who has won six Premier League titles, two FA Cups and the club’s first Champions League since joining City in 2016. “I want to be sure it’s the right decision. Not just for me, for the club, for the players.” Asked if he would like to return to the United States next summer for the proposed 32-team Fifa Club World Cup – which City have qualified for – Guardiola insisted: “I would love to.”The 53-year-old also addressed ongoing speculation over goalkeeper Ederson, who has recently been linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League. Having appeared uncertain over the Brazilian’s future earlier in the week, Guardiola was more forthcoming on Friday.
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