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Reduce squad size or I'll quit - Guardiola

Reduce squad size or I'll quit - Guardiola

Summary

Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, has said he will leave his position if he has to manage a large squad. He prefers working with a smaller group of players and is unhappy with leaving several players out of match selections.

Key Facts

  • Pep Guardiola has been the manager of Manchester City since 2016.
  • Guardiola is considering quitting if he has to manage a larger squad after the summer.
  • Some senior players missed out on the recent 3-1 match against Bournemouth, which City won.
  • Guardiola prefers a smaller squad to avoid leaving players out of games.
  • City spent over £200 million on new players in January due to injuries.
  • Kevin De Bruyne is confirmed to leave the club in the summer, and Jack Grealish's future is uncertain.
  • Guardiola is contracted to stay with the club until 2027.
  • Manchester City's website lists 28 first-team squad members, while the Premier League allows a 25-man squad plus additional young players.

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