Pep Guardiola backs Man City during 115 charges exit

Departing Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has publicly backed the club's hierarchy amid 115 charges of alleged financial impropriety with the Premier League. The 55-year-old made his final statement as City manager before Sunday's match against Aston Villa, insisting he trusts how the club has handled the allegations.

The charges, which allege breaches between 2009 and 2018, remain unresolved as Guardiola prepares to depart. 'There will be a resolution. I trust them, I trust them. Because I spoke with them and I trust how they behave and how they did,' he stated. Guardiola noted that neither the staff, players, nor managers involved during the alleged breach period are currently at the club.

Despite the serious nature of the charges, Guardiola has accepted an ambassadorial role with the club. The Premier League's investigation looms over the summer, potentially affecting City's future in the competition and European competitions. The case represents one of the most significant financial rule challenges in modern football history.

How will the Premier League verdict impact Manchester City's trajectory, and should clubs be held accountable for alleged financial breaches from previous management eras?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/05/24/epl-guardiola-speaks-on-man-citys-115-charges-as-he-leaves-club/