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Khaldoon Al Mubarak claims ‘English recreation at giant’ advantages from Pep Guardiola’s Man City

Pep Guardiola has fired an ominous warning to his rivals after admitting he signed a new deal because he wants to win even more trophies.

The Manchester City boss has penned an extension that will keep him at the Etihad until 2027. And he said: “Manchester City means so much to me. This is my ninth season here.

“We have experienced so many amazing times together. I have a really special feeling for this football club. That is why I am so happy to be staying for another two more seasons.

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“Thank you to everyone for continuing to trust and support me. It has always been an honour, a pleasure and a privilege to be here.

“I have said this many times before, but I have everything a manager could ever wish for, and I appreciate that so much. Hopefully now we can add more trophies to the ones we have already won. That will be my focus.”

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Club chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak said: “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.

“His hunger for improvement and success remains insatiable and the direct beneficiaries of that will continue to be our players and coaching staff, the culture of our club, and the English game at large.

“This renewal will take Pep beyond a decade of coaching Manchester City and the opportunity to continue to re-write the managerial record books.”