Manchester City manager Josep Guardiola undergoes back surgery in Barcelona
Manchester City head coach Josep Guardiola has undergone back surgery. This was reported on the team’s website.
According to the source, the 52-year-old specialist complained of back pain for a long time. He was successfully operated on in Barcelona, where he will continue his recovery. Guardiola is expected to return to his duties after the September international break. It is noted that during his absence, his assistant Juanma Lillo will replace him.
In June, The Guardian reported that Guardiola wants to retire from the sport by 2032. It is noted that he is going to work with the national team. Guardiola plans to stay at Manchester City until 2025.
Guardiola has been in charge of Manchester City since 2016. Under his leadership, the team won the Premier League four times and won the Champions League in the 2022/2023 season. The Spaniard also won the European Cup twice with Barcelona and became the fourth coach to achieve such a result.
Source: Lenta
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