Pep Guardiola Signs 2-Year Extension with Manchester City

English Premier League giant Manchester City announced Thursday that they have extended their boss Pep Guardiola's contract for two years. He shall continue to train the English club until the summer of 2023.

The Spaniard Guardiola led Man City to winning the English Premier League twice, in addition to winning the FA Cup once, the League Cup 3 times and the Community Shield twice since he took charge in 2016.

Since joining Manchester City, Guardiola has guided the team to eight major trophies, setting a series of significant records along the way.

In total, the team has won 181 of the 245 matches under his charge.

ManCity's Chairman Khaldoon Mubarak said: "Pep’s contract extension is the natural next step in a journey which has evolved over many years. It is a product of the mutual trust and respect that exists between him and the entire Club,"

“I’m sure all City fans share my delight in this new agreement and in anticipating the exciting opportunities that, with continued hard work, are there to be taken.” he added.

Meanwhile, Guardiola said describing his delight at signing the deal: “Ever since I arrived at Manchester City I have been made to feel so welcome in the Club and in the city itself- from the players, the staff, the supporters, the people of Manchester and the Chairman and Owner."

"Since then we have achieved a great deal together, scored goals, won games and trophies, and we are all very proud of that success." he added.

“The challenge for us is to continue improving and evolving, and I am very excited and about helping Manchester City do that.” he continued.