This triumph marked Manchester City's first-ever major European success and completed a remarkable treble, as they also secured the Premier League and FA Cup titles during the 2022-23 season. The team's domestic and continental achievements make them the first English club since Manchester United in 1999 to secure a trio of honors at this level. Earlier in the season, Guardiola extended his contract with the Etihad-based club until the conclusion of the 2024-25 season.
Although there were reports of interest from Brazil before Guardiola committed his next two years to Manchester City, The Guardian suggests that he plans to step down once his current terms expire. It is noted that Guardiola's entourage had uncertainties about whether he would sign his recent extension, and some anticipated his departure when his initial three-year deal with the club concluded in 2019.
Initially, it was believed that Guardiola was drawn to the idea of managing in Italy, having already tasted success in England, Germany, and Spain. However, recent indications suggest that he may explore international management as his next challenge.
After leaving Bayern Munich in 2016 following a successful three-year tenure, Guardiola moved to Manchester City. If he indeed departs in 2025, it will mark the end of an illustrious nine-year period in which he has accumulated a plethora of trophies.
During his seven seasons in charge so far, the 51-year-old has secured an impressive 14 trophies, averaging two per year. This includes five Premier League titles, four EFL Cups, two FA Cups, two Community Shields, and the coveted Champions League title.
Guardiola's Manchester City team from the 2017-18 season made history by becoming the first Premier League side to amass 100 points in a single campaign. Furthermore, they will aim for Club World Cup success in the upcoming season following their Champions League triumph. Throughout his 413 matches at the helm of Manchester City, Guardiola has achieved 305 wins, 49 draws, and 59 defeats. Under his guidance, the team has surpassed the milestone of 1,000 competitive goals scored since his arrival at the Etihad.
