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The legendary manager, whose future has been the subject of intense speculation, announced that he will step away at the end of the current campaign, and now he has confirmed that he will not advise the club on who should take over the reins.\n\nSpeaking during a press conference, Guardiola emphasized that the decision rests entirely with the club's board and sporting director. 'I won't be involved in that process,' he stated. 'The club knows what it needs, and they will make the right choice.' His comments put to rest any suggestions that he might hand-pick his replacement or provide a list of recommended candidates.\n\nThe news comes as Manchester City prepares for a significant transition. Guardiola has overseen a period of unprecedented success at the Etihad Stadium, winning multiple Premier League titles, FA Cups, and the club's first-ever Champions League trophy. His departure marks the end of an era, and finding a manager capable of building on that legacy will be a daunting task.\n\nThroughout his tenure, Guardiola has been heavily involved in the club's operations, from transfers to tactical philosophy. However, he insists that the search for his successor should be handled without his interference. 'They don't need my opinion. The club is stable and knows exactly what it requires to keep moving forward,' he added. This hands-off stance signals his trust in the club's leadership.\n\nFor City's hierarchy, the focus now shifts to identifying a candidate who can maintain the high standards set by Guardiola. The next manager will inherit a squad filled with world-class talent but also the immense pressure of continuing a winning culture. Guardiola's refusal to advise may actually simplify the process, allowing the board to assess candidates based on a broader vision rather than a direct comparison to the current boss.\n\nFans will undoubtedly feel a mix of emotions as they come to terms with Guardiola's imminent exit. He leaves behind a transformed club, but the transition period is always uncertain. By distancing himself from the selection process, Guardiola ensures that the new manager arrives with full authority and a clean slate, free from the shadow of his predecessor's direct influence.\n\nAs the season progresses, speculation will naturally mount over who will be the next Manchester City manager. For now, Guardiola's only focus is on finishing the campaign on a high, while the club quietly works behind the scenes on its succession plan. 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Sporting director Jean-Louis Leca must now find a successor and reshape","338193111534538753","2026-06-05T03:15:00Z","pierre-sage-to-crystal-palace-what-it-means-for-lens","L'Equipe","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.lequipe.fr\u002FFootball\u002FArticle\u002FPierre-sage-sur-le-depart-jean-louis-leca-le-directeur-sportif-de-lens-va-avoir-plusieurs-chantiers-a-gerer\u002F1681831#at_medium=RSS_feeds","326257536443355136","Lens",[111,114,115,116,117,118,119,120,121,122],"326255037950988288","326257535952621568","326257572367568896","326257602382008320","326222711447621632","326257536049090560","326222712726884352","326222711682502656","326257844615647232",[112,124,125,126,127,128,129,130,131,132],"Crystal Palace","Marseille","Le Mans","Vitesse","France","Nice","Cape Verde Islands","England","Ajaccio","Pierre Sage to Crystal Palace: What It Means for Lens",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":135,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":136,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":137,"slug":138,"sourceName":139,"sourceURL":140,"teamId":141,"teamName":142,"teamIds":143,"teamNames":152,"title":161},"Chris Wood's serious knee injury clouds New Zealand's World Cup hopes as the All Whites face Iran, Egypt, and Belgium in Group G.","338128485845307393","2026-06-04T23:01:18Z","new-zealand-s-2026-world-cup-bid-wood-injury-a-major-doubt","The Guardian","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theguardian.com\u002Ffootball\u002F2026\u002Fjun\u002F05\u002Fnew-zealand-world-cup-2026-team-guide","326222713104371712","New Zealand",[141,85,144,145,146,147,148,84,149,150,151],"326257595583041536","326222712622026752","326257808754348032","326257660145963008","326222711976103936","326222712013852672","326222712265510912","326222711401484288",[142,98,153,154,155,156,157,97,158,159,160],"New Caledonia","South Africa","Northampton","Motherwell","Australia","Iran","Egypt","Belgium","New Zealand's 2026 World Cup Bid: Wood Injury a Major Doubt",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":163,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":164,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":165,"slug":166,"sourceName":139,"sourceURL":167,"teamId":168,"teamName":169,"teamIds":170,"teamNames":177,"title":184},"Spain 1-1 Iraq: Yamal injury concern as eight debutants feature in World Cup warm-up. Torres gave lead but Doski's long-range stunner equalized. 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