Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has promised to call his successor after 10 years at the club. The Spaniard confirmed his departure following Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, ending a trophy-laden tenure. "When the club tell me who it is, of course I will call him," Guardiola stated, offering advice to whoever takes over the Premier League powerhouse.

Guardiola leaves having won 20 trophies with City, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League. His final season saw him deliver a domestic cup double despite finishing runners-up in the league. The farewell match featured emotional scenes as long-serving players Bernardo Silva and John Stones received guards of honor during their substitutions.

Former assistant Enzo Maresca is the favorite to replace Guardiola after being sacked by Chelsea in January. Silva paid tribute, calling his manager "the reason we won so much" and "the greatest manager ever." Stones reflected on his journey from street football to multiple trophies, acknowledging the standard set during Guardiola's era at the club.