THE END IS NEAR

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After leaving Manchester City, Pep Guardiola has reaffirmed that he will take a hiatus from coaching, which he acknowledges might last up to 15 years. After winning 18 trophies, including six Premier League crowns and the Champions League, the 54-year-old Spaniard is the most successful manager in City's history. Guardiola has once again stated that his break is decided, even if he has not stated when he will depart the team, though his contract expires in 2027. "A year, two years, three years, five, ten, fifteen—I don't know how long I'll stop. But after this phase with City, I'm going to leave because I need to take a break and pay attention to my body and myself."

The lines sound identical to what Klopp said during his departure from Liverpool. One cannot deny the fact that the fatigue is real, and it is not just for players but also for the managers. Even though Guardiola anticipates a great comeback from City ["Speaking on behalf of Manchester City, it has been very healthy for us," he stated. "Because you can become confused by success. Although the players have suffered numerous injuries this season, it hasn't perplexed us in a long time. Nevertheless, I believe it will be excellent for the next five or ten years. And next year [this coming season] we'll perform better."] One cannot deny the fact that we are in the endgame now. Klopp has left; Pep is about to go. The Great Rivalry is coming to an end. The Rivalry which shaped the English Football.