Pep Guardiola confirmed he will depart Manchester City following Sunday's season finale against Aston Villa, bringing an end to his 10-year tenure at the Etihad. The 55-year-old announced his exit to the squad on Friday morning, admitting the timing felt right after a remarkable period of sustained success.

Guardiola cited a lack of energy as his primary reason for stepping away, echoing Jurgen Klopp's 2024 departure from Liverpool. 'I feel I will not have the energy that is required every three days to fight for titles,' he explained, acknowledging the demands of top-level management have taken their toll.

The decision came after City's 1-1 draw with Bournemouth on Tuesday, which officially handed the Premier League title to Arsenal. Guardiola revealed he had considered this might be his final season for some time, waiting for the right moment to communicate his intentions.

His departure marks the end of an era that produced six Premier League crowns, two Champions League victories, and countless domestic trophies. Manchester City now faces the challenge of replacing one of football's most successful managers while maintaining their elite status in English and European competition.