At the end of last season he cryptically said he is 'closer to leaving than staying sparking fear among fans that he would depart City at the end of his contract in 2025.
Reports that City weren't expecting him to stay only compounded those nerves.
Then he came back off summer refreshed, he needed a break.
He said he is excited for the season, and on Thursday told a question and answer session that 'if you love what you do, why should you stop?' He's pulling with the heartstrings of fans, desperate for positive news on his future.
Then, on Friday, speaking at the New York City Football Academy, Guardiola gave the clearest insight into where he stands on his contract yet. No decision has been made, it must be said, but he reiterated two things a number of times.
One that he would love to take City to the Club World Cup, a competition that runs past the end of his contract. And two that he never said he was leaving at the end of last season. Just that he won't stay another eight seasons.
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