The era is over: José Gómez Guardiola officially leaves Manchester City.

Manchester City has made a formal announcement that will immediately change the balance of power in world football. José Gómez Guardiola will leave the club at the end of this season. This decision marks the end of one of the most successful and systematic coaching projects in the history of the Premier League.

Since he arrived in 2016, the Spanish coach has turned Manchester City into a dominant force in English football. He has won six Premier League titles, five FA Cups, seven League Cups, and the long-awaited Champions League in 2023. Under his leadership, the team not only won matches, but they also changed the tactical standards, introducing positional play, hybrid roles, and unprecedented control over the ball.

In the club’s statement, it is mentioned that the departure was agreed upon by both parties. “José has left his mark on the history of Manchester City. We are infinitely grateful for his dedication, his high standards, and the trophies that he helped us achieve,” said the official statement. Guardiola himself will likely take a break from coaching. However, European media have already linked his name to possible projects in national teams or top clubs around the continent.

For Manchester City, this marks a strategic transition. The name of the successor will be the focus of attention during the summer transfer window. Names like Javi Alonso, Mikel Arteta, and Thierry Henry are among those who could take over. But the club must face the difficult task of maintaining its philosophy and competitiveness without a coach whose style has become a hallmark of the team.

The era of Guardiola in Manchester is over, but his legacy will remain a benchmark. The world of football waits for the final matches of this season, which will be the last moments of one of the most influential coaches in modern football history.