Guardiola breaks silence after verdict against City: “I’m with my club”

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·30 September 2026

Guardiola breaks silence after verdict against City: “I’m with my club”

The former Manchester City manager publicly showed his support for the club after an independent commission found it guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules.

“I’m here; more than ever”

Pep Guardiola spoke out for the first time since the verdict against Manchester City became known, doing so with a forceful message of support for the institution he managed for more than a decade.

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The Spanish coach posted a photo alongside club president Khaldoon Al Mubarak, accompanied by a message addressed to fans of the English side.

“I want each and every Manchester City fan around the world to know that I’m here; more than ever. I am — and always have been and always will be — with my club, my owner, my chairman, Ferran, the players, the coaching staff, Enzo, and you, our unique supporters.”

Guardiola ended his message by expressing confidence that the club will come through the process:

“Let it be clear: we will get through this together. I love you all.”

City found guilty of serious breaches

Guardiola’s statement came one day after the Premier League made public the verdict of an independent commission. The body found that Manchester City committed serious breaches of financial regulations over nine seasons, between 2009/10 and 2017/18.

Among the findings were commercial agreements deemed fictitious, inaccurate financial information, and concealment of the club’s real financial situation. The commission also found that City significantly exceeded the spending limits set by the Premier League and UEFA.

The club, for its part, maintains its position of innocence and has until October 2 to lodge an appeal against the verdict. Possible sanctions will be examined in a separate procedure and have not yet been determined.

Guardiola maintains his bond with Manchester City

Guardiola left the Manchester City dugout at the end of last season after more than a decade in charge of the team and 20 titles won.

Although he no longer manages the English side, his message makes clear his position of support for the institution, its executives, players, and fans while the process continues.

The case is still far from over: first, the appeal prepared by City must be resolved, and afterward the procedure concerning any sanctions will be announced.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.