At the conclusion of his current contract, Guardiola will have overseen Manchester City for a total of nine seasons since assuming control in 2016. Prior to this tenure, he managed Barcelona and Bayern Munich, with only one season missed after starting at the Nou Camp in 2008.
If Guardiola opts to depart from his current role, it’s expected that he’ll be a highly sought-after manager due to his impactful coaching style. However, Balague speculates that by 2025, Guardiola might consider stepping away from day-to-day club management and venture into a less demanding role in international management. This inclination arises from his contacts and substantial influence on several players in the English national team.
Balague’s insights align with Guardiola’s previous remarks about his aspiration for a career in international management after a possible break following his time at Manchester City Athletic Club. Guardiola has expressed interest in leading a national team, possibly in major tournaments like the World Cup, Copa America, or European Championship.
There’s a chance the Football Association might express interest in Guardiola, despite schedule conflicts, as Gareth Southgate is expected to leave his role as England’s manager after the upcoming European Championships. Additionally, if the managerial position becomes available in the Netherlands, Guardiola, who was influenced by Johan Cruyff during his Barcelona playing days, could potentially be linked to that role.
