Pep Guardiola admits that the reason he has chosen not to extend his contract with Bayern Munich is because he wants to participate in the Premier League.
Manchester City are confident that Guardiola will opt to join them next summer, with the Spaniard key to their transfer plans next summer.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United have also been linked with a move for Guardiola, whose deal with Bayern expires at the end of the season, but the 44-year-old insists he has not decided his next move.
“The reason I have not extended my contract is simple. I want to manage in the Premier League,” said Guardiola. I haven’t decided on a new club yet.
“I’m very happy and grateful to Bayern for the trust they’ve shown in me but I need a new challenge. I have an opportunity to work in England. I think I’m at the right age and I feel it is the right move for me.”
Carlo Ancelotti has already been appointed as Guardiola’s successor and the Spaniard insists his side will remain a success under the Italian.
“Coaches come and go but I think Carlo Ancelotti is a perfect choice to take over and I wish him the very best,” said Guardiola.
“The squad won trophies under Heyckes and for me too. They’ll be successful with Ancelotti in charge as well.”
