Guardiola Threatens Man City Exit Unless Squad Size Reduced

Pep Guardiola has issued a strong ultimatum to Manchester City, stating he will quit as manager if the club does not reduce the size of its squad next season. Following a disappointing campaign and the departure of Kevin De Bruyne, Guardiola emphasized his unwillingness to bench five or six players regularly, expressing that it would be impossible for him to bear that emotionally. Despite the need for reinforcements due to injuries earlier this season, Guardiola insists on a smaller, more manageable squad supplemented by academy players to maintain team cohesion. He criticized the current bloated squad, which was expanded with multiple winter signings but now leaves many players sidelined. Guardiola's contract runs until 2027, but his continued tenure hinges on the club's transfer and squad management decisions this summer. The club faces the challenge of balancing rebuilding with Guardiola's demands for a streamlined roster to avoid losing their long-serving and highly successful manager.