Why Guardiola Decided to Extend His Contract with Man City—and What Tuchel Has to Do With It

The saga surrounding Pep Guardiola’s future at Manchester City appears to have reached its conclusion, as reports indicate that the Spaniard will sign a new deal with the club. But why did it take him so long to make this decision?

Details: According to the Manchester Evening News, Thomas Tuchel’s appointment as the head coach of the England national team played a significant role in Guardiola’s decision. After Gareth Southgate’s departure, Guardiola was reportedly offered the chance to manage the Three Lions.

However, he could not afford to wait indefinitely for clarity on the situation. Simultaneously, sources suggest that Guardiola still has the energy and ambition to continue achieving great things at Manchester City.

Reminder: It was previously reported that former Real Madrid striker Ronaldo is planning to run for the presidency of the Brazilian Football Federation, with the intention of offering Guardiola the role of head coach for the Seleção.