Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has committed to a two-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until 2027. This decision comes during a turbulent period for the reigning Premier League champions, who are grappling with a four-match losing streak and facing 115 charges of alleged financial misconduct by the Premier League.

Guardiola, 53, acknowledged the club’s current difficulties influenced his decision to stay. “I felt I could not leave now, simple as that,” he stated. “Maybe the four defeats were the reason why and I felt I cannot leave.”

Since joining City in 2016, Guardiola has secured 18 trophies, including six Premier League titles—four consecutively, setting an English football record. Under his leadership, the club achieved a historic treble in 2023, winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League.

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The club’s chairman, Khaldoon Al Mubarak, expressed his delight at Guardiola’s decision to extend his tenure. “Like every City fan, I am delighted that Pep’s journey with Manchester City will continue; allowing his dedication, passion and innovative thinking to continue to shape the landscape of the game,” he said.

Guardiola’s renewed commitment provides stability as Manchester City navigates both on-field challenges and off-field investigations. His leadership will be crucial as the club aims to overcome its current losing streak and address the allegations of financial misconduct.