Copy linkFacebookXPinterestEmailShare this article 0Join the conversationFollow usAdd us as a preferred source on GoogleNewsletterSubscribe to our newsletterGary Neville has delivered his verdict on yesterdays game-changer news regarding Pep Guardiolas end-of-season departure.Pep Guardiola is set to leave Manchester City at the end of the 2025/26 season, after sealing the FA Cup, Carabao Cup and still in the Premier League title race this year.The Spaniard four-peated the Premier League between the years of 2020 and 2024, before Liverpool disrupted the streak in 2024/25 and Arsenal look to do the same this campaign. You may like 'It feels like the end' Cult Manchester City star on Pep Guardiola leaving the Etihad Stadium this summer Pep Guardiola's big reason for leaving Manchester City is down to a key figure's exit Manchester City respond to Pep Guardiola 'farewell video' leak: report Gary Neville reacts to leaked Pep Guardiola departureGet VIP Manchester City tickets HERE with Seat Unique!Manchester City's hospitality provides Level 2 South West Corner seating and access to the exclusive Manager's Corner Lounge and Bar. Guests can enjoy premium food and bar options, complimentary tea and coffee at half-time and full-time, and a matchday programme. Car parking (one per four guests) is also included, adding convenience to this enhanced match experience.View DealArsenal prevailed in a narrow 1-0 victory against already-relegated Burnley in their penultimate Premier League game on Monday evening.The Gunners are now separated by 90 minutes against London rivals Crystal Palace from their first top-flight trophy in 22 years.Gary Neville, working as co-commentator during the Arsenal victory, reacted to the Daily Mails report of Guardiolas impending Etihad exit and slammed its unfortunate timing.Speaking on SkySports, the Manchester United legend said: I'm surprised that it's broken right now. Not just because it's during this match, but it's the night before a Man City game.Get FourFourTwo NewsletterThe best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.I think of being in school and the news of Kenny Dalglish leaving Liverpool, or Sir Alex Ferguson leaving Manchester, and Jurgen Klopp leaving Liverpool recently. Something like that is game-changer news.Theyre such huge moments in football, and I dont see it as news [that] Manchester City would let get out, or would want out. If it is true, [City] will be extremely disappointed that it has broken now, and so will Pep Guardiola.Since joining the Cityzens in 2016, Guardiola has led Manchester City to a remarkable six Premier League titles, including 100-point and 98-point back-to-back wins in 2017 and 2018. What to read next Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola won't block exit, with an Etihad departure decided: report What did Pep Guardiola say to Crystal Palace players after 3-0 victory? Bernardo Silva turned down Manchester City role before Pep Guardiola forced it through The Spaniard, ranked at No. 5 in FourFourTwo's list of the greatest managers of all time, also led his men to two Champions League finals, losing the first in 2021 to Chelsea and winning the second during a treble season against Inter Milan in 2023.The Manchester City coach was only prevented from winning Englands most-coveted domestic title twice, first by Jurgen Klopp, then again by Arne Slot, both of Liverpool.The Spaniards ex-colleague at Manchester City, Mikel Arteta, is in pole position to be the first non-Liverpool coach to steal a title from under Guardiolas nose, now five points clear at the Premier League tables perch.Former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has reportedly reached a verbal agreement to join Manchester City as the clubs next head coach, according to a report from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano this morning.Pep Guardiola will return for his final two Premier League games as the Cityzens coach against Bournemouth this evening, then Aston Villa in Matchweek 38, looking to wrap up his tenure with a seventh English top-flight title.TOPICSPep GuardiolaGary NevilleMikel ArtetaManchester CityArsenalPremier LeagueChampions LeagueFA CupCarabao CupKedar BayleySocial Links NavigationFreelance WriterKedar Bayley is a trained journalist specialising in culture reporting. As a fan of Liverpool FC,he writes on the Reds often. Knowledgable about all things sports, cinema and television,you can find his words in Screen International, FourFourTwo, Manchester Evening News and more.
