[Saba Sports News] According to British media reports, Josep Guardiola will step down as Manchester City manager at the end of the season after a decade in charge. His ex-wife Cristina Serra attended his farewell game and joined the family for a group photo after the match. Guardiola first met Serra, a fashion entrepreneur, back in 1994, and the pair tied the knot in 2014. News broke in January last year that they had separated, yet her presence at the game suggests the two have reconciled. During his post-match speech, Guardiola described Serra as “an extraordinary woman”. Serra once lived in England alongside Guardiola before moving back to Spain three years ago. Reports stated the couple initiated divorce proceedings in 2024, as Serra was upset over Guardiola’s decision to extend his contract with Manchester City until 2027. It was also reported last year that they were trying to mend their relationship. Meanwhile, rumours circulated that Guardiola might take up a national team coaching role, which would allow him to spend more time in Barcelona.
The editor believes that Serra wanted to split up because Guardiola secretly renewed his contract with Manchester City without consulting her. Now that Guardiola has left the club, the couple stand a good chance of reconciling.