Amidst the decision regarding Manchester City's case, Pep Guardiola's old statement about his trust in the club's hierarchy has resurfaced.
Back in 2022, the Spanish manager laid out a clear condition under which he would be prepared to leave City:
'If you lie to me, I won’t be here the next day. I will leave, and I will no longer be your friend.'
Guardiola elaborated that every time the club faced accusations of misconduct, he sought explanations from the hierarchy and trusted the responses he received.
Guardiola's words are back in the spotlight
This quote has gained fresh attention following reports about the independent commission's ruling on Manchester City's case. According to the information released, the club has been found guilty of 114 out of 115 charges relating to breaches of Premier League regulations. Sanctions have yet to be determined, and City retains the option to appeal the decision.
His statement from 2022 pertained to a scenario where he would discover that the hierarchy had deliberately misled him.
In recent years, Guardiola has repeatedly voiced his trust in the club and its stance on various matters. In 2023, he asserted his belief in the hierarchy's explanations, and before departing City in 2026, he reaffirmed his faith in the club.
